Rue

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Rue has multiple meanings based on the language and culture. In French, this name is derived from the word "rue," which means "street." In English, Rue means "regret" or "bitterness." In Hebrew, it means "friend" or "companion."
Pronunciation
ROO
Rue is pronounced as "roo."
Popularity
The popularity of Rue as a name varies by country and region. In the United States, Rue has not ranked among the top 1000 baby names in recent years. However, it is more popular in France, where Rue is a vibrant and chic name often given to baby girls.

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Rue Name meanings & History

The name Rue has multiple meanings based on the language and culture. In French, this name is derived from the word "rue," which means "street." In English, Rue means "regret" or "bitterness." In Hebrew, it means "friend" or "companion.". From the name of the bitter medicinal herb, ultimately deriving from Greek ῥυτή (rhyte). This is also sometimes used as a short form of Ruth 1. Rue is typically used as a first name, but it can also be used as a surname. It is a particularly popular name choice for parents who want to give their child a distinctive name that is easy to pronounce and spell.

Zodiac Sign of Rue: Reason Aries

Synonyms of Rue:

R: Resourceful,Reason,Restless,Rational

U: Universality,Utopia,Unity,Undermining,Understanding

E: Enlighten,Expressive,Environment,Entertain,Enliven,Exaggerate

Rue is:

  • a Informal name
  • a Natural name
  • a Refined name
  • a Simple name
  • a Strange name
  • a Wholesome name
  • a Youthful name

Famous People

Some famous people with the name Rue include Rue McClanahan, an American actress best known for her role in the television show "The Golden Girls," and Rue Horowitz, a character in the popular book and movie series "The Hunger Games."

2.) Rue (Female)

Usage:

Meanings: (English, German) looking back

Other Forms: Ru


3.) Rue (Female)

Usage:

Meanings: (German) famous. (French) street. (English) regretful; strong-scented

Other Forms: Roo, Ru, Ruey


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