Ruth Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History
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The meaning of the name "ruth" is "companion, friend", and is used often for "girls".
Ruth Name Details
The name Ruth is of Hebrew origin and is derived from the Hebrew word 'ruth' which means 'companion' or 'friend'. Ruth is a biblical name, mentioned in the Old Testament as the name of a Moabite woman who became the great-grandmother of King David. The name Ruth has been popular among Jewish communities for centuries and gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the Protestant Reformation in the 16th century. It has since remained a timeless and classic name choice for girls.
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