Ruthell is an uncommon female given name of unknown origin, possibly derived from the Germanic elements 'hruot' meaning fame and 'halja' meaning to rule. It first appeared in the United States in the late 19th century but has since become quite rare. The name Ruthell is not associated with any particular culture or region and does not have any specific historical figures attached to it. As of today, there are very few people named Ruthell worldwide, making it a unique choice for parents seeking an uncommon name for their daughter.
The name Ruthell appears to have been popular among parents in the early-to-mid 20th century, with the highest number of babies named Ruthell born in 1926 and again in 1938 (both years with 14 births). However, its popularity waned over time, with fewer than 5 Ruthells born each year after 1950. Overall, there were a total of 234 babies named Ruthell between 1916 and 1959.