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The name Ruaidhri means "red king" and was the name of the last Irish king in the 12th century.
What does the name Ruaidhri mean?
The term "red king" refers to the historical figure of the last Irish king from the 12th century.
Where does the name Ruaidhri come from?
Ruaidhri has its roots in Old Irish and belongs to the group of Irish first names.
Popularity
In Germany, Ruaidhri is a rather rare first name. In 2022, it was ranked 5,453rd among the most common male first names. In the last ten years, Ruaidhri has been given less than 10 times, placing it 9,638th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 10,904th. When considering global distribution, the general rarity of the name becomes evident.
Famous people
- Ruaidhri Conroy (actor)
- Ruaidhri de Valera (Irish archaeologist)
- Ruaidhri O Flaithbheartaigh (historian from Ireland)
- Ruaidhri Ocianain (historian from Ireland)
- Ruaidhri Smith (British cricketer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Ruaidhri
What does the first name Ruaidhri mean?
The name Ruaidhri means "red king" and refers to a historical figure known as the last Irish king in the 12th century.
Where does the first name Ruaidhri come from?
Ruaidhri has its roots in Old Irish and belongs to the traditional Irish first names.
How popular is the first name Ruaidhri?
The first name Ruaidhri enjoys a certain popularity in Ireland and among lovers of Irish names, but it is less common outside of Ireland.