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Type Surname (from nickname)
Usage English
Other Forms FormsRud, Ruddell, Ruddle, Ruddy, Rudkin

Meaning & History

From a nickname for someone with a ruddy complexion, ultimately derived from Old English rudu "redness, ruddy complexion". A famous bearer of the name is British-American actor Paul Rudd (1969-).
Added 2/20/2021 by benjaminboyofthis898
Edited 5/23/2025 by DoingNothing247 and Frollein Gladys