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Rulon

♂ Boy

Pronounced ROO-lun /ˈruː.lən/Medium

Meaning: A name found especially in Welsh and Latter-day Saint (Mormon) heritage, sometimes linked to 'wheel' or read as tied to 'a ruler.' As a first name its exact root is uncertain, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A heritage name: Rulon appears in Welsh and Latter-day Saint families, sometimes read 'wheel' (said 'ROO-lun'). Routes uncertain, which we note.
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Origin LowWelsh, American
MeaningA name found especially in Welsh and Latter-day Saint (Mormon) heritage, sometimes linked to 'wheel' or read as tied to 'a ruler.' As a first name its exact root is uncertain, which we note.
U.S. rank (2024)#12032 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1927
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,049

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 192719052024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Rulon is a name of Welsh and Latter-day Saint heritage, sometimes read 'wheel' or tied to 'a ruler.' Its exact route is uncertain, which we note - rare in the U.S. (said 'ROO-lun').

In the U.S. it appears rarely, more familiar in Latter-day Saint communities. Rare, heritage-rooted, and sturdy.

Did you know? Rulon turns up especially in Welsh and Latter-day Saint (Mormon) heritage, sometimes linked to 'wheel' or 'a ruler' - though its exact root is uncertain, which we note (said 'ROO-lun').
Overall data confidence 36%
References - Rulon — Welsh/Latter-day Saint heritage; root uncertain

Variations

RulenRewlonRuland

Nicknames

RueLon

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Rulon mean?

Rulon is a Welsh/Latter-day Saint heritage name, sometimes read 'wheel' or tied to 'a ruler.' The root is uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Rulon?

It's said ROO-lun /ˈruː.lən/ - two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Rulon a boy or girl name?

Rulon is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Rulon?

Rulon is a rare name in the U.S.

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