Renowned spear
Derived from the Germanic name Hrodger, which combines the elements 'hrod' (fame/renown) and 'ger' (spear). In a modern American context, it is often associated with the firearms manufacturer Sturm, Ruger & Co., giving it a rugged, outdoorsy appeal.
Less common today
Ruger isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,146 in 2017.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American firearms designer and entrepreneur
