John vs Ruth
John
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious
Peak: 1880 (8.15%)
Ruth
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Friend, companion
Peak: 1915 (2.14%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | John | Ruth |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 8.15% | 0.24% |
| 1890 | 7.10% | 0.59% |
| 1900 | 6.06% | 1.50% |
| 1910 | 5.49% | 1.72% |
| 1920 | 5.17% | 2.10% |
| 1930 | 4.64% | 1.28% |
| 1940 | 4.62% | 0.75% |
| 1950 | 4.37% | 0.41% |
| 1960 | 3.51% | 0.24% |
| 1970 | 3.07% | 0.10% |
| 1980 | 1.90% | 0.07% |
| 1990 | 1.35% | 0.04% |
| 2000 | 0.96% | 0.04% |
FAQ
Is John or Ruth more popular?
John has historically been more popular. John peaked in 1880 while Ruth peaked in 1915.
What do John and Ruth mean?
John means "God is gracious" while Ruth means "Friend, companion".