boy's name
Ruiz
roo-EES (Spanish)
- Origin Spanish
- Gender Boy
- Syllables 2
- Letters 4
- Births on record 35
Ruiz is a boy's name with 2 syllables. In 2003 it was given to 5 babies in the United States. It was given to fewer than five babies in the most recent year of published figures for France.
- Ruiz is a name of Spanish origin.
- Peaked in France in 1971, when 10 babies were given the name.
- It has largely dropped out of use in France.
- First appears in birth records in 1966.
- 2 syllables, with the stress on syllable 2.
Ruiz Over Time
Births per decade in France, 1960s to 1970s.
Show the numbers
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 25 |
How Popular Is Ruiz?
In 1974, Ruiz was given to 5 babies in France. It was given to fewer than five babies in the most recent year of published figures for France.
Where Ruiz Is Used
French counts are rounded to the nearest five and nothing below five is published, so these figures show the shape of the name's use rather than an exact tally. Data & sources.
Names That Peaked Alongside Ruiz
These names rose and fell in the same era, which is why they tend to sound like they belong together.
Parents Who Like Ruiz Also Like
Names whose popularity has risen and fallen in step with Ruiz over the last century — the same taste, a different name.
How to Say Ruiz
- Spanish roo-EES
Sibling Names for Ruiz
Names from the same era that do not rhyme or share an initial with Ruiz — the two things that make a sibling set grate.
Common Questions About Ruiz
How popular is the name Ruiz?
In 1974, Ruiz was given to 5 babies in France. It was given to fewer than five babies in the most recent year of published figures for France.
Is Ruiz a girl's or a boy's name?
Ruiz is given almost entirely to boys in birth records.
How many syllables are in Ruiz?
Ruiz has 2 syllables.
When was Ruiz most popular?
Ruiz peaked in 1971, when 10 babies were given the name. It has largely dropped out of use.