Holding steady.
Popularity of Ruthellen since 1918
Babies named Ruthellen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 7 |
| 1920s | 48 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 74 |
| 1950s | 16 |
| 1960s | 26 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ruthellen is a compound name, blending Ruth and Ellen into a single given name. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1918, but experienced its peak popularity in 1940, the year it achieved its highest recorded usage. Despite its initial mid-century popularity, Ruthellen followed a stable trajectory and then declined sharply. By the latest recorded year, 2025, no new births were recorded, making it now a rare choice. The name was primarily used during the 1940s and has not experienced a revival. Combining classic elements, it exemplifies a naming style of its era.
Ruthellen is a modern compound name, formed by joining Ruth and Ellen. Ruth is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'friend' or 'companion,' while Ellen is a variant of Helen, from Greek Helene, meaning 'light' or 'torch.' This type of combination name was particularly fashionable in the early to mid-20th century in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ruth, Ellen, Ruthie, Elle
Variants: Ruth Ellen, Ruth-Ellen
Sibling names for Ruthellen
Names that share Ruthellen's style, for a brother or sister.
