Girl name
Ruth name meaning
“friendship, female companion”
Ruth is a feminine name from Hebrew Rūt, commonly linked to friendship or a female companion. It is the name of the central figure in the Book of Ruth. Rut is a spelling variant, and the proposed meaning connects the name with Hebrew words concerning companionship.
What does Ruth mean?
Friendship, female companion
In Indonesian: persahabatan, kawan perempuan
Origin and cultural usage of Ruth
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.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Ruth
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Ruth, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Ruth as a first name
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Ruth Klara
Interpretation
May her friendship become a light that shines with clarity.Meaning of each word
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
- Klara: bright, clear, renowned
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Ruth Irina
Interpretation
May she become a female friend who brings peace and tranquility.Meaning of each word
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
- Irina: peace, tranquility
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Ruth Janis
Interpretation
A picture of friendship growing through the generosity of God.Meaning of each word
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
- Janis: God is gracious
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Ruth Naomi
Interpretation
May she become a female friend whose presence is always pleasant.Meaning of each word
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
- Naomi: my delight, pleasantness
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Interpretation
May she become a female friend who lives with gentleness.Meaning of each word
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
- Efa: life, living
- Blandina: gentle, pleasing
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Ruth Marita
Interpretation
May she become a female friend who is always dearly loved.Meaning of each word
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
- Marita: beloved; bitter; rebellion
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Interpretation
A picture of a beloved female friend, with God as her strength.Meaning of each word
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
- Davina: beloved, dearly loved
- Gabriella: God is the source of my strength
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Ruth Angelica
Interpretation
A picture of a female friend whose presence seems angelic.Meaning of each word
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
- Angelica: angelic; like an angel
Ruth as a middle name
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Interpretation
May her friendship bring peace amid the abundant compassion of God.Meaning of each word
- Zaneta: God is gracious
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
- Erina: peace
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Interpretation
A picture of a female friend, a star and her father's joy.Meaning of each word
- Esterina: star
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
- Abigail: my father is joy
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Interpretation
May she become a purehearted female friend with an angelic presence.Meaning of each word
- Angelica: angelic; like an angel
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
- Inez: pure, inwardly unblemished
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Interpretation
May her friendship grow strong and healthy through God's generosity.Meaning of each word
- Valentina: strong and healthy
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
- Janis: God is gracious
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Interpretation
May she become a female friend receiving judgment and a good victory.Meaning of each word
- Eunike: good victory
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
- Dena: judged, vindicated
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Interpretation
A picture of peaceful friendship that always remains within God's sight.Meaning of each word
- Jessy: God beholds; gift
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
- Erina: peace
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Interpretation
A picture of devoted friendship accompanying a story about a follower of Christ.Meaning of each word
- Kristin: follower of Christ
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
- Pia: pious, devoted
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Interpretation
May she become a wise female friend, strong and healthy.Meaning of each word
- Sofya: wisdom
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
- Valerie: strong and vigorous
Ruth as a last name
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Stevani Ruth
Interpretation
A picture of friendship treasured like a crown or honorary wreath.Meaning of each word
- Stevani: crown or wreath of honor
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
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Vinny Ruth
Interpretation
May she become a female friend who can achieve victory.Meaning of each word
- Vinny: to conquer, to win
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
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Natali Ruth
Interpretation
A picture of a female friend's birth bringing friendship's beginning.Meaning of each word
- Natali: birth; Christ's birthday
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
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Yoan Ruth
Interpretation
A picture of friendship arriving as a gift bestowed by God.Meaning of each word
- Yoan: God has shown grace
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
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Janet Ruth
Interpretation
May her friendship always grow within the compassion of God.Meaning of each word
- Janet: God is gracious
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
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Karen Ruth
Interpretation
May she become a female friend with purity within her heart.Meaning of each word
- Karen: pure, untainted
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
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Tiffani Ruth
Interpretation
A picture of friendship accompanying a manifestation or revelation of God.Meaning of each word
- Tiffani: manifestation or revelation of God
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
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Valentina Ruth
Interpretation
May she become a female friend who remains strong and healthy.Meaning of each word
- Valentina: strong and healthy
- Ruth: friendship, female companion
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How to pronounce Ruth
| Syllables | 1 · 4 letters · 4-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦫꦸꦠ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮛᮥᮒ᮪ᮠ᮪ |
Is Ruth a girl’s name?
Yes, Ruth is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Ruth ranks #287 among girl names in our data sample (33 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 Ruth
Famous people named Ruth
- Ruth Sahanaya · b. 1966
- Ruth Pelupessy · b. 1938
- Ruth Damayanti · b. 1960
- Ruth Lidwina Rebecca Tumewu · b. 1970
- Ruth Naomi Rumkabu
- Ruth Marini · b. 1984
- Ruth A. Toding · b. 1962
- Ruth D Tobing
- Ruth Damai Hati Pakpahan
- Ruth Damayanti · b. 1981
- Ruth Damayanti Sitanggang · b. 1998
- Ruth Erliana Ratmawati · b. 1975
FAQ about the name Ruth
What is the meaning of Ruth?
Ruth 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 Ruth a girl’s name?
Yes, Ruth is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Ruth?
Ruth is of Hebrew origin.
How many syllables does Ruth have?
Ruth has 1 syllable (Ruth) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Ruth?
Ruth ranks #287 among girl names in our data sample (33 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Ruth?
Other spellings: Rut.
What full names go well with Ruth?
Some ideas: Ruth Klara; Zaneta Ruth Erina; Stevani Ruth.
Famous people named Ruth?
Notable people named Ruth include Ruth Sahanaya, Ruth Pelupessy, Ruth Damayanti.
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