What Does the Name Ruadh Mean
The name Ruadh comes from Irish roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Ruadh below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Ruadh Name Meaning
Irish, ScottishGaelic byname meaning "red", often a nickname for one with red hair. This was the nickname of the Scottish outlaw Raibeart Ruadh MacGregor (1671-1734), known as Rob Roy in English.
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