The nameRui
Rui is a very common Portuguese name. In France it was mostly given in the 1970s.
- Boy's name
- Portuguese
Meaning
It is a form of Roderick, from the Germanic hrod, "fame", and ric, "powerful".
Origin
Portuguese, through Rodrigo.
History
Rui appeared in France in the 1960s and peaked in the early 1970s, at the height of Portuguese immigration. It is rare today.
Popularity of the name Rui
Rui in France
Rui was most popular in France in the 1970s, with 1,195 births over the decade, 65% of all recorded babies named Rui. Its rise began around 1966, and it peaked in 1972. Half of all babies named Rui in France were born before 1975, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Variants and related names
Rui in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rui mean?
It is a form of Roderick, from the Germanic hrod, "fame", and ric, "powerful".
What is the origin of the name Rui?
Portuguese, through Rodrigo.
Is Rui a girl's or a boy's name?
Rui is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Rui?
Variants and related names of Rui include Rodrigo and Rodrigue.