Red-haired or a basket-weaving plant
As a surname, it likely originated from the Middle English 'rusche', referring to someone who lived near rushes or worked with them. It also has roots as a nickname for someone with reddish hair, derived from the French 'rouss'. In modern usage, it is often associated with the English verb meaning to move with speed.
Less common today
Rush isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,272 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Influential radio personality and political commentator
Canadian progressive rock band