Ruston

Meaning of Ruston

Originating from Old English, the name Ruston is derived from the words "rust" and "tun," which mean "rust" and "town" respectively. The name carries associations with strength, resilience, and stability. It has a masculine connotation and is predominantly used for boys. In terms of pronunciation, in American English, it is pronounced as RUHS-tuhn (/ˈrʌstən/). Variations of the name include Rusten. Over the years, Ruston's popularity has fluctuated in the United States. While it had its peak in the 1980s and 1990s, currently it sits at a moderate rank on the baby names chart.