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Rune
Pronounced ROON /ˈrun/High
Meaning: From Old Norse run, 'a secret; a rune' (the ancient mystic letters); used for both sexes; here for girlsLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Rune comes from Old Norse run, 'a secret; a rune' — the ancient runic letters once carved in stone and thought to hold magic. A crisp, mystical Scandinavian name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished; the boys' Rune is more common in Norway).
It registers thinly in the U.S. Rare, a-secret-and-a-rune at the root, and mystical.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Rune mean?
Rune is Old Norse for 'a secret; a rune' (the ancient mystic letters).
How do you pronounce Rune?
It's said ROON /ˈrun/ — one syllable.
Is Rune a boy or girl name?
Rune is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.
How popular is Rune?
Rune is a rare name in the U.S.