Rudra
Rudra first appears in US records in 2000. It peaked in 2025, when 152 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 152.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Rudra popular?
Near its peak Rudra is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 725 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 779 | |
| 2000s | 259 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Rudra mean?
From Sanskrit rudra (रुद्र), the fierce Vedic storm deity whose name is traditionally derived from a root meaning 'to roar/cry'; it is a well-known epithet of Shiva. A divine name with connotations of awe-inspiring power.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rudra mean?
Rudra means The roarer (Shiva). From Sanskrit rudra (रुद्र), the fierce Vedic storm deity whose name is traditionally derived from a root meaning 'to roar/cry'; it is a well-known epithet of Shiva. A divine name with connotations of awe-inspiring power.
What is the origin of the name Rudra?
Rudra is of sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Rudra?
Rudra is pronounced “RUD-ruh.”
Is Rudra a boy or a girl name?
Rudra is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Rudra a popular name right now?
Rudra is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Rudra?
In 2025, Rudra ranked #1289 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Rudra most popular?
Rudra was most popular in 2025, when about 152 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Rudra?
Names similar to Rudra include Om, Advik, Ishan, Neel, Dev.
What names go well with Rudra?
sanskrit names that pair well with Rudra include Tara, Trisha, Kali, Bodhi, Anaya.