Compassionate grace
A compound name blending the Hebrew Ruth, meaning 'companion' or 'friend', with Anna, meaning 'grace' or 'favor'. It combines the biblical themes of loyalty and kindness with the elegance of a classic feminine diminutive.
Less common today
Ruthanna isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,813 in 1992.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
American ballerina and choreographer
American actress and author