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Rhudi

Boy name · 20 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Rhudi: 20 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 8 births in 2022.

Rhudi is a rare and modern Scots variant of the classic name Ruby, which traces back through the Latin *ruber* (red) to the precious gemstone, long associated with passion, vitality, and protection. While no major historical figures bear this exact spelling, the more common Ruby has been worn by actress Ruby Dee, a pioneering figure in the Civil Rights Movement, and singer-songwriter Ruby Turner. The gemstone itself gives its name to places like Ruby Falls in Tennessee and Ruby Beach in Washington State. In Scotland, Rhudi emerged as a creative, phonetic spelling during the late 20th century, reflecting a broader trend of personalising traditional names with a distinctly Scots twist—think Rhuaridh or Rhonnie. It remains a distinctive choice, far less common than Ruby even in its homeland.