Rutledge

“Rutledge originated as a surname in England and has evolved into a given name, especially in the United States” — Associated with pastoral settings and can be found in historical r

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5868US 2023

16Births / yr

↑Rising

264All-time births

📅 Since 191300

How to pronounce Rutledge

RUHTL·ij

/ˈrətl.ɪdʒ/ · stress on RUHTL · 2 syllables

“Rutledge originated as a surname in England and has evolved into a given name, especially in the United States”

Associated with pastoral settings and can be found in historical r · American origin

What does Rutledge mean and where does it come from?

Rutledge originated as a surname in England and has evolved into a given name, especially in the United States. It was used as a place name in England, denoting someone who lived near a rye clearing. The name is associated with pastoral settings and can be found in historical records dating back to

Cultural significance

Rutledge has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of old english.

Peak popularity

Reached #2624 in 1919 — currently #5868 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Rutledge?

Rutledge works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Rutledge Grace

How popular is Rutledge right now?

Rising fast — up 1294 spots — currently #5868 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1920–2023#5868 · Top 4.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5868	16	▲ up 1294 · +33% births
2022	#7162	12	▲ up 315 · +9% births
2021	#7477	11	▲ up 2060 · +57% births
2020	#9537	7	▼ down 4452 · -61% births
2015	#5085	18	▼ down 717 · +200% births
1970	#4368	6	▼ down 704
1955	#3664	6	▲ up 183 · +20% births
1935	#3847	5	▼ down 413 · -29% births
1930	#3434	7	▲ up 475 · +17% births
1925	#3909	6	▲ up 592 · +20% births
1920	#4501	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Rutledge

Best Year1930Rank #3434

Peak Count18

Average Rank#5350

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1920 - 202311 years

The story of Rutledge

Rutledge entered American naming records in 1913 and has been in use for over 111 years. With 264 total births recorded, Rutledge remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4501 in 1920, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #5868 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Rutledge in 1919:

John William James Robert Charles

Rutledge by decade

Rutledge peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	24
1920s	28
1930s	17
1940s	7
1950s	6
1970s	16
1980s	5
2010s ★	154
2020s	7

💎Rutledge has only 264 total recorded births since 1913 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Rutledge?

Common

RutRuEdge

What names sound and feel like Rutledge?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Rutledge also consider these

Gulledge

Sanskrit · A Sanskrit name

Milledge

American · A derivative of

Naledge

American · knowledgeable

American · Ruth's ford

Coolidge

American · A beloved name

Elbridge

American · From the old

Common questions about the name Rutledge

What does the name Rutledge mean?

Rutledge means "Old English" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Rutledge?

Rutledge is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Rutledge have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Rutledge?

Rutledge originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Rutledge?

Rutledge is a two-syllable name pronounced R AH1 T L IH0 JH. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Rutledge trending right now?

Rutledge is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.