Ruari is a Scottish Gaelic name that has gained international recognition due to its unique sound and rich cultural heritage. Pronounced as 'Roo-ree', it is derived from the Scottish Gaelic word 'Ruaridh' which means 'red king'. The name Ruari has been popularized by notable figures such as Scottish actor Ruairi O'Connor, best known for his role in the historical drama series "The Spanish Princess".
The name Ruari saw a significant increase in popularity between 2003 and 2015, with the highest number of births recorded in 2015 at 14. However, there has been a decline since then, with only 6 births each in 2019 and 2020, and 5 births in 2023. Overall, there have been a total of 112 births recorded for the name Ruari from 2003 to 2023.