Rusty

Boy's name

Rusty is a nickname derived from the English word "rust," which refers to the reddish-brown coating that forms on iron or steel when exposed to air and moisture.

Meaning Reddish-haired
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 35
Peak year 1961

Appears In These Collections

Names Starting With R

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Rusty Wallace - NASCAR driver
  • Rusty Staub - MLB player
  • Rusty Anderson - Guitarist for Paul McCartney
  • Rusty Schweickart - Apollo 9 astronaut
  • Rusty Smith - NFL quarterback
  • Rusty Draper - Country music singer
  • Rusty Greer - MLB outfielder
  • Rusty Kuntz - MLB coach
  • Rusty Hamer - Child actor
  • Rusty Warren - Comedian and singer

Brothers for Rusty

Boy names closely related to Rusty

Kannon Billy Clint Shepard Cannon Shepherd Bobby Garrison

Sisters for Rusty

Girl names closely related to Rusty

Adalee Harlie Emerie Lacy Kassie Emmarie Misty Laci

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