Ruth

Meaning & origin

Ruth is a female given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "the friend." It conveys a sense of close companionship and friendship, reflected in its use across different languages. The name gained prominence through the biblical figure Ruth and notable individuals such as Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Ruth Dreifuss. Ruth is appreciated for its timeless simplicity and warm appeal.

First names similar to Ruth

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Famous people with the first name Ruth

• Babe Ruth American baseball player
• Ruth Handler American entrepreneur
• Ruth Jones Actor
• Ruth Wilson Actor
• Ruth Gemmell British actress
• Ruth Bader Ginsburg American lawyer
• Ruth Langsford Person
• Ruth Kearney Irish actress

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