Ruthanne Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationROO-than / /ˈruːθæn/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: friend; English: combination of Ruth and Anne
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ruthanne combines the Hebrew name Ruth, which means 'friend' or 'companion', with Anne, a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'grace'. Ruth is a significant figure in the Bible, known for her loyalty and devotion. The name Ruthanne emerged in English-speaking countries, particularly in the 20th century, as a modern variation. It reflects a trend of combining traditional names to create unique forms.
Trend Summary
Ruthanne has seen limited popularity in the United States, often considered a vintage or classic name.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ruthann
International Variants
- Ruth (German)
- Ruth (English)
Famous people named Ruthanne
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Fictional characters named Ruthanne
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ruthanne was first seen in the United States in 1918. Ruthanne has ranked as high as #882 nationally, which occurred in 1946, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, Ohio, New York, Illinois, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Ruthanne has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ruthanne (1988)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1922 | 12 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1924 | 16 |
| 1925 | 14 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1927 | 13 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 14 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 13 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 12 |
| 1935 | 12 |
| 1936 | 15 |
| 1937 | 35 |
| 1938 | 32 |
| 1939 | 48 |
| 1940 | 55 |
| 1941 | 55 |
| 1942 | 76 |
| 1943 | 59 |
| 1944 | 76 |
| 1945 | 54 |
| 1946 | 90 |
| 1947 | 61 |
| 1948 | 49 |
| 1949 | 59 |
| 1950 | 52 |
| 1951 | 33 |
| 1952 | 42 |
| 1953 | 28 |
| 1954 | 29 |
| 1955 | 35 |
| 1956 | 35 |
| 1957 | 33 |
| 1958 | 31 |
| 1959 | 54 |
| 1960 | 41 |
| 1961 | 44 |
| 1962 | 53 |
| 1963 | 35 |
| 1964 | 43 |
| 1965 | 49 |
| 1966 | 42 |
| 1967 | 29 |
| 1968 | 21 |
| 1969 | 29 |
| 1970 | 14 |
| 1971 | 23 |
| 1972 | 26 |
| 1973 | 15 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 18 |
| 1978 | 23 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 28 |
| 1982 | 21 |
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1984 | 24 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 23 |
| 1987 | 18 |
| 1988 | 25 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 22 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 16 |