Rudy
Rudy: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɹuːdi/
Meaning and origin of Rudy
- A diminutive of the male given name Rudolph.
Etymology
From Rudolph + -y.
How popular is Rudy?
Since 1880, 1,174 girls and 50,228 boys in the U.S. have been named Rudy (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2321 in 1912. Its highest rank for boys was #235 in 1947. In 2025 it ranked #739 for boys, with 387 babies given the name.
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Rudy FAQ
What does the name Rudy mean?
A diminutive of the male given name Rudolph. From Rudolph + -y.
How popular is the name Rudy?
Since 1880, 1,174 girls and 50,228 boys in the U.S. have been named Rudy (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2321 in 1912. Its highest rank for boys was #235 in 1947. In 2025 it ranked #739 for boys, with 387 babies given the name.
Is Rudy a boy or girl name?
Rudy is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 1,174 girls and 50,228 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.