Rufus
Boy · Latin
rufus · 2 beats
Meaning
Red-haired; a Roman cognomen carried by emperors, saints, and Rufus Wainwright's careful piano songs.
The vibe
Rufus is a name with russet leaves in it. Vintage and spirited, he carries a vagabond charm — someone curious, melodic, and entirely at ease wandering off the script.
Quick questions
Is Rufus a boy's or a girl's name?
Rufus is a boy's name of Latin origin.
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