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National Rudy Day is an annual celebration dedicated to honoring individuals named Rudy. This unique holiday celebrates the German-originated name that translates to “famous wolf” and is predominantly used for males.

Quick Facts

When is it?: February 23rd annually
Tagged as: Name Day Celebration
What’s the hashtag?: #NationalRudyDay
When was it founded?: Not specified
Who founded it?: Origin unclear

History of National Rudy Day

The name Rudy has a rich history in America, spanning over 100 years. It’s primarily used as a masculine name with a 98:2 male-to-female ratio. Interestingly, the name has maintained its position in the top 1,000 given names throughout Social Security Administration records, with its peak popularity in 1947 at number 235.

Timeline

  • 1907: Rudy Kipling receives Nobel Prize for Literature
  • 1944: Rudy Giuliani, future NYC Mayor, is born
  • 1992: Rudy Gobert, NBA star, is born
  • 1993: The inspirational movie “Rudy” is released

Dates by Next Year

YearDateDay
2025February 23Sunday
2026February 23Monday
2027February 23Tuesday
2028February 23Wednesday
2029February 23Friday

Observed

The name Rudy is most prevalent in Hispanic communities, making up 54.2% of all Rudys in the US. California has the highest number of Rudys, while New Mexico has the highest concentration per capita.

Fun Facts About Rudy

  • The name ranks 786th among popular US names
  • Approximately 52,367 people in the US are named Rudy
  • There are about 16.4 Rudys per 100,000 Americans
  • The name has variants like “Rudi”

Quiz

  1. What does the name Rudy mean in German?
  2. Which state has the most Rudys?
  3. In which year did the name peak in popularity?
    (Answers: 1. Famous wolf 2. California 3. 1947)

FAQs

Q: How old is the name Rudy in America?
A: The name has been in use for over 100 years.

Q: Is Rudy more common among males or females?
A: Males, with a 98:2 ratio.

Importance of National Rudy Day

This celebration helps preserve the cultural significance of the name, promotes its adoption, and educates people about its rich heritage and meaning. It creates a sense of community among those who share the name.

Related

  • Rudolf/Rudolph Name Day
  • German Heritage Day
  • Name Origin Celebrations
  • Cultural Name Recognition Days