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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Red king
- Origin
- Irish Gaelic
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- ROO-ree
Ruairi is an Irish Gaelic name meaning "red king," pronounced ROO-ree. It's a short name with a regal meaning and a spelling that points straight back to its Irish roots.
Meaning & Origin of Ruairi
Meaning: Red king.
Origin: Irish Gaelic.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Ruairi
ROO-reeIPA /ˈruːri/
Popularity of Ruairi
Ruairi is a rare name in the U.S. It ranked #6730 in 2024 with a count of 13, down from its peak of #4817 in 2022 with a count of 21. Social Security data for the name runs from 1988 to 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Ruairi mean?
Red king. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Ruairi?
Ruairi is pronounced ROO-ree (IPA: /ˈruːri/).
Is Ruairi a popular name right now?
Ruairi peaked at #4817 in 2022 and is ranked #6730 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1988–2024.)
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