Rudi
Rudi: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Rudi
- A diminutive of the male given name Rudolf, from German.
Etymology
Borrowed from German Rudi.
How popular is Rudi?
Since 1880, 485 girls and 761 boys in the U.S. have been named Rudi (39% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3336 in 1986. Its highest rank for boys was #1963 in 1960. In 2025, 18 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Rudi
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Rudi
Sister and brother names that share Rudi's German roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Rudi FAQ
What does the name Rudi mean?
A diminutive of the male given name Rudolf, from German. Borrowed from German Rudi.
What is the origin of the name Rudi?
Rudi is listed as a name of German origin.
How popular is the name Rudi?
Since 1880, 485 girls and 761 boys in the U.S. have been named Rudi (39% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3336 in 1986. Its highest rank for boys was #1963 in 1960. In 2025, 18 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Rudi a boy or girl name?
Rudi is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (485 girls and 761 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.