Friend or companion; also a diminutive of Rachel
Ruchy is primarily used as a Yiddish diminutive for the Hebrew name Rachel, meaning 'ewe.' In some contexts, it is also associated with the Hebrew word 're'ut,' meaning friendship or companion. It is a common affectionate form within Jewish communities.
About 35 girls were named Ruchy in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
