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Rufus

ROO-fus

Rare & Uncommon ↑ Rising

✦ Meaning

“Latin origin meaning 'red' or 'red-haired,' likely referring to complexion. Popular in ancient Rome, this name was borne by emperors and saints alike, giving it surprising historical weight and vintage charm.”

Popularity Over Time

Rufus US popularity rank over timeRank 5114 in 2023 to rank 126 in 1902. Lower rank numbers are more popular.#126#2620#51141900192019401960198020002024

Rufus is not currently in the US top 1000.

Origin

LatinRoman

Syllables

2

Nicknames

RufRufe

Style

VintageStrongPlayfulClassic

Famous Bearers

  • Rufus Wainwright (musician)
  • Rufus Sewell (actor)

Collections

Beautiful But Not Top 100 → Short & Strong → Two Syllables → Vintage Revival →

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Clara

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Iris

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Hazel

Old English Top 50

August

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People Also Ask

Latin origin meaning 'red' or 'red-haired,' likely referring to complexion. Popular in ancient Rome, this name was borne by emperors and saints alike, giving it surprising historical weight and vintage charm.

Rufus is not currently in the US top 1000, making it a genuinely rare choice. It's trending up as more parents discover it.

Popular nicknames for Rufus include Ruf, Rufe.

Names that pair beautifully with Rufus include Clara, Iris, Hazel, August.