Masculine dossier · first seen 1880
Rufus
Endangered
Down 96.3% from peak
Peak era
1922
Peak births
737
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1880Peak 19222025
Quick answers about Rufus
How many people are named Rufus?
An estimated 12,138 living Americans are named Rufus.
How rare is Rufus?
Rufus is very rare among babies today, with 27 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 96.3% from its 1922 peak.
How old is the typical Rufus?
The median age of a living American named Rufus is approximately 66 years, with most bearers falling between 51 and 77 years old.
Is Rufus still popular?
No. Rufus is endangered as a baby name, down 96.3% from its 1922 peak with 27 births in 2025.
Peak year
1922
Decline from peak
96.3%
2025
27
All-time
36,074