Declining since 2019, #8,860 for girls today.
Popularity of Ruchama since 1984
Babies named Ruchama per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 16 |
| 1990s | 26 |
| 2000s | 85 |
| 2010s | 114 |
| 2020s | 75 |
Meaning & origin
Ruchama, a Hebrew name meaning "she has received mercy," first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1984 and reached its peak popularity in 2020. As of 2025, it ranks 8,860 with approximately 1 in 146,115 girls receiving the name, though its use has been declining since 2019. The name is primarily found in New Jersey, reflecting strong roots in Jewish communities. While rare, Ruchama carries deep biblical resonance as a symbol of divine compassion, and its sound pairs well with other traditional Hebrew names. Its recent fall from a 2020 peak suggests a small but devoted niche among parents seeking names with profound spiritual meaning.
Ruchama is a feminine Hebrew name from the Bible, appearing in Hosea 1:6 as Lo-Ruchamah ("not pitied"), the name of a daughter of the prophet Hosea. The name derives from the Hebrew root רחם (racham), meaning "to have compassion, to love tenderly." In Jewish tradition, the name symbolizes divine mercy and forgiveness. It has been used by English-speaking Jewish communities since the late 20th century.
Where Ruchama is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ruchi, Mama, Rucha
Sibling names for Ruchama
Names that share Ruchama's style, for a brother or sister.
