Rufus Parks

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Rufus Parks — Latin
38K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Rufus Parks is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Rufus is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Rufus is a masculine given name, a surname, an Ancient Roman cognomen and a nickname (from Latin rufus, "red"). Notable people with the name include: Given name Marcus Caelius Rufus, (28 May 82 BC – after 48 BC), orator and politician in the late Roman Republic Rufus Ada George (born 1940), Nigerian politician Rufus Aladesanmi III (born 1945), Yoruban king Rufus Applegarth (1844–1921), American lawyer and politician Rufus A. The surname Parks: Alan Parks (1920–1982), British surgeon Alan Parks (writer) (born 1963), Scottish crime writer Alex Parks (born 1984), English singer-songwriter Alycia Parks (born 2000), American tennis player Amy Parks (born 1982), Australian journalist and broadcaster Bernard C. Parks (born 1943), American politician, former chief of the Los Angeles Police Department Bert Parks (1914–1992), American actor, singer, and radio and television announcer (Assumed name. Rufus is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 38K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Rufus reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Rufus

Latin

Rufus is a masculine given name, a surname, an Ancient Roman cognomen and a nickname (from Latin rufus, "red"). Notable people with the name include: Given name Marcus Caelius Rufus, (28 May 82 BC – after 48 BC), orator and politician in the late Roman Republic Rufus Ada George (born 1940), Nigerian politician Rufus Aladesanmi III (born 1945), Yoruban king Rufus Applegarth (1844–1921), American lawyer and politician Rufus A.

Surname: Parks

Scottish

Alan Parks (1920–1982), British surgeon Alan Parks (writer) (born 1963), Scottish crime writer Alex Parks (born 1984), English singer-songwriter Alycia Parks (born 2000), American tennis player Amy Parks (born 1982), Australian journalist and broadcaster Bernard C. Parks (born 1943), American politician, former chief of the Los Angeles Police Department Bert Parks (1914–1992), American actor, singer, and radio and television announcer (Assumed name.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Rufus is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 50%
United Kingdom 29%
Australia 11%
Canada 11%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Rufus by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Rufus Parks

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Rufus Parks:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Rufus?
The first name Rufus originates from Latin. Rufus is a masculine given name, a surname, an Ancient Roman cognomen and a nickname (from Latin rufus, "red"). Notable people with the name include: Given name Marcus Caelius Rufus, (28 May 82 BC – after 48 BC), orator and politician in the late Roman Republic Rufus Ada George (born 1940), Nigerian politician Rufus Aladesanmi III (born 1945), Yoruban king Rufus Applegarth (1844–1921), American lawyer and politician Rufus A.
When was Rufus most popular?
The name Rufus reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Parks?
The surname Parks originates from Scottish. Alan Parks (1920–1982), British surgeon Alan Parks (writer) (born 1963), Scottish crime writer Alex Parks (born 1984), English singer-songwriter Alycia Parks (born 2000), American tennis player Amy Parks (born 1982), Australian journalist and broadcaster Bernard C. Parks (born 1943), American politician, former chief of the Los Angeles Police Department Bert Parks (1914–1992), American actor, singer, and radio and television announcer (Assumed name.
What are the origins of the name Rufus Parks?
The name Rufus Parks combines two different traditions: the first name Rufus has Latin roots, while the surname Parks originates from Scottish.
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