Girl name
Rut name meaning
“friendship, female companion”
Rut is a feminine name from Hebrew, commonly linked to the meanings friendship and female companion. Its source form is Rūt, the name of the central figure in the Book of Ruth. Ruth is a spelling variant, although the name’s precise etymology remains uncertain.
What does Rut mean?
Friendship, female companion
In Indonesian: persahabatan, kawan perempuan
Origin and cultural usage of Rut
From Hebrew Rūt, the central figure of the Book of Ruth. It is often linked to Hebrew words for companionship, although its etymology is not fully certain.
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How to pronounce Rut
| Syllables | 1 · 3 letters · 3-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦫꦸꦠ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮛᮥᮒ᮪ |
Is Rut a girl’s name?
Yes, Rut is used mostly as a girl’s name. See all girl names.
Rut ranks #2,723 among girl names in our data sample (2 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Rut
FAQ about the name Rut
What is the meaning of Rut?
Rut means friendship, female companion. From Hebrew Rūt, the central figure of the Book of Ruth. It is often linked to Hebrew words for companionship, although its etymology is not fully certain.
Is Rut a girl’s name?
Yes, Rut is used mostly as a girl’s name.
What is the origin of the name Rut?
Rut is of Hebrew origin.
How many syllables does Rut have?
Rut has 1 syllable (Rut) and 3 letters.
How popular is the name Rut?
Rut ranks #2,723 among girl names in our data sample (2 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Rut?
Other spellings: Ruth.
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