Meaning & Origin
A diminutive of the female given name Ruth.
Ruthie is a girl's and boy's baby name of Hebrew origin, a diminutive of Ruth, from the Hebrew re'ut meaning "friend," "companion," or possibly "vision of beauty." In the Bible, Ruth was the devoted daughter-in-law of Naomi, whose loyalty became the foundation of the Book of Ruth.
Ruthie has a warm, grandmother-to-daughter energy that has been driving its revival in the 2010s and 2020s. It carries the affectionate intimacy of a beloved nickname while standing on its own as a complete, charming name — perfect for parents who love vintage diminutives.