How Many People Are Named Rue?
Complete statistics for the name Rue: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Rue means 'regret' in Greek, but don't let that bum you out, it's a very rare female name. Only 1,286 people named Rue live in the US today, making up just 1 in 256,687 Americans. It's on the rise, peaking in 2024 with 205 births.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 8 symbolizes power, authority, and success.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 35All 1,704 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Rue Through the Generations
People named Rue have been making their mark since the early days, but it's really taken off in recent years. With 1,286 living in the US, most are under 30, showing how modern and trendy this name has become. In 2024, Rue hit its peak with 205 births, and now, the average Rue is around 35 years old. The age distribution shows 1,116 under-30, 11 in the 30-60 range, and 577 over 60, indicating a younger generation embracing this unique name.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Rue's Greek roots
📄 About the Name Rue
How Many People Have the Name Rue?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 4,579 people in the United States currently share the name Rue. That works out to roughly 1 in every 72,385 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Rue a Common or Rare Name?
Rue is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Rue Mean?
Rue means "regret" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Rue in SSA data, approximately 9% are male and 91% are female.
When Was Rue Most Popular?
The name Rue reached peak popularity in 2024, with 205 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Rue?
Approximately 4,579 people named Rue live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 4,579. That works out to roughly 1 in 72,385 Americans.
Is Rue a rare name?
Rue is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 72,385 Americans has this name.
What does the name Rue mean?
Rue means "regret" and comes from Greek origins.
Is Rue more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 9% of people named Rue are male and 91% are female.
When was Rue most popular?
Rue peaked in 2024 with 205 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.