Ruhi Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationROO-hee / /ruːˈhiː/Arabic; Persian; Hindi
Meaning
Arabic: soul; Persian: spiritual; Hindi: melody
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Ruhi signifies the essence or soul, often associated with spirituality. In Persian, it conveys a sense of being spiritual or ethereal. In Hindi, the name is linked to music and melody, reflecting cultural appreciation for art and beauty.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Ruhie
- Ruhy
International Variants
- Ruh (Arabic)
- Ruhi (Hindi)
Famous people named Ruhi
Ruhi Singh — actress.
Ruhi Chaturvedi — television actress.
Fictional characters named Ruhi
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ruhi was first seen in the United States in 1989. Ruhi has ranked as high as #1253 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, New Jersey, Texas, Illinois, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Ruhi has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ruhi (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 16 | |
| WA | 14 | |
| TX | 12 | |
| NJ | 11 | |
| IL | 7 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 36 |
| 2008 | 30 |
| 2009 | 25 |
| 2010 | 27 |
| 2011 | 26 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2013 | 31 |
| 2014 | 62 |
| 2015 | 78 |
| 2016 | 65 |
| 2017 | 75 |
| 2018 | 58 |
| 2019 | 83 |
| 2020 | 107 |
| 2021 | 78 |
| 2022 | 80 |
| 2023 | 78 |
| 2024 | 107 |