Rufus
What does Rufus mean?
Brave, red-haired warrior.
What's the origin of Rufus?
Latin
How is Rufus pronounced?
ˈruːfəs
What does it say about you to have a cat named Rufus?
There is no one definitive answer to this question. Some people might say that Rufus is a name that is indicative of strength and courage, while others might say that it is simply a whimsical name. Ultimately, it is up to the individual to decide what meaning they ascribe to the name Rufus.
Is Rufus a good cat name?
Rufus has two syllables, which most vets and trainers tend to recommend. Rufus isn't one of the most common cat names, so your kitty will make waves! If you love the name, you should pick it!
Rufus is found in these categories:
biblical
Rufus, meaning red in Latin, references Esau's fiery hair in Genesis.
playful
Rufus means red, perfect for fiery, mischievous felines!
traditional
Popular for centuries, this Latin-rooted moniker means "red-haired" in English.
hipster
Unconventional, vintage charm makes this feline moniker a cool, offbeat choice.
Popularity
Based on likes, Rufus ranks #213 with users of MeowNames.com.
Naming your cat Rufus isn't unheard of, but our data suggests that it's a pretty niche choice.
Popularity: Historical Trend
Rufus was, over the past 30 days, the 71st ranked cat name for views on MeowNames.com.
As of December 2024, Rufus is a name that's increasing in popularity with new kitten owners. According to our stats, it's more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
In general, this name has stayed pretty consistent in terms of popularity with MeowNames.com visitors.
In the past week, Rufus was viewed 32 times, and liked 1 times.
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