Friend or companion
Rut is the Spanish and Scandinavian form of the Hebrew name Ruth. It is derived from the word 're'ut', signifying a compassionate and loyal companion. In the Old Testament, the name is associated with the Moabite woman who showed great devotion to her mother-in-law, Naomi.
Less common today
Rut isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,054 in 2009.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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