Red-haired, rugged, or wolf
Pronunciation: ROO-fus
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Rufus is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Red-haired". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: ROO-fus. Lucky number: 17. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.
Source Language
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Ρουφός
Βασιλειος
Pronunciation
English Pronunciation
ROO-fus
IPA
/ruːfɒs/
Origin
Root Origin
Biblical
Language Usage
Religion
Lucky Details
Lucky Number
17
Lucky Day
Saturday
Lucky Colors
Lucky Stone
Carnelian
Life Path Number
8
Personality
Spiritual
Cultural Context
Historical Usage
Historical records show that Rufus was a common name among the early Christians. The name Rufus carried significant spiritual weight in that era.
1st to 3rd centuries
Historical records show that Saint Rufus of Majorca was a bishop in the 4th century. The name Rufus carried significant spiritual weight in that era.
4th century
Famous People
Historical Figures & Cultural References
Translations
Additional language translations available for this name.
Rufus
red-haired, wise, and noble
רפוס
בן-אשר
Ρουφός
Βασιλειος
Rufus
vir fortis, vir magnus
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