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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Friend, companion
- Origin
- Hebrew (English pet form of Ruth)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- ROO-thee
Ruthie is the English pet form of Ruth, with Hebrew roots meaning "friend" or "companion." It's pronounced ROO-thee (IPA /ˈruːθi). Rather than standing as its own name, it's traditionally used as a nickname for Ruth.
Meaning & Origin of Ruthie
Meaning: Friend, companion.
Origin: Hebrew (English pet form of Ruth).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Ruthie
ROO-theeIPA /ˈruːθi/
Popularity of Ruthie
Ruthie peaked at #314 in 1935, when 396 babies were given the name, but by 2024 it had dropped to #885 with just 305 babies, according to Social Security Administration data covering 1880 to 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Ruthie mean?
Friend, companion. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Ruthie?
Ruthie is pronounced ROO-thee (IPA: /ˈruːθi/).
Is Ruthie a popular name right now?
Ruthie peaked at #314 in 1935 and is ranked #885 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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