US Popularity:11774
Origin:German
Meaning:famous wolf
Rudi is a gender-neutral name of German origin that acts as a shortened version of the name Rudolph. While this may remind you of the red-nosed reindeer in the iconic Christmas tune, it actually translates to “famous wolf.” As short and adorable as the name Rudi is, its meaning can give baby plenty of inspiration to be their best, loyal, powerful self.

Rudi Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Rudi is currently #4814 on The Bump
Boy:Rudi is currently #2713 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Rudi is currently #3193 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Rudi is currently #11774 in U.S. births
Boy:Rudi is currently #8771 in U.S. births
Girl:Rudi is currently #11937 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#11937
in 2023
- 3512
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Name Doctor, Rudi

  • Behind the Name, Rudi, November 2020

  • Behind the Name, Rudolf, December 2022

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