ruddi

Ruddi is a given name and, less commonly, a nickname or surname. It is most often a diminutive form of Rudolf or other Rudolf-derived names and appears in several European languages. The spelling Ruddi is one of several variants that include Rudi and Rudy and shares the same etymological roots: Rudolf derives from the Germanic elements meaning fame or glory and wolf.

Ruddi is used mainly in German-speaking regions and among communities with German cultural influence; it can also appear in Dutch or Nordic contexts as an informal form. In formal registries, the full name Rudolf is typically used, with Ruddi appearing in informal communications, signage, or stage names.

Notable people and fictional references: The name has been used by various individuals and characters, but there is no single widely known figure universally identified by the moniker Ruddi. As with many diminutives, the usage can be personal and family-based, and public recognition depends on the individual.

See also: Rudi, Rudy, Ruddy; Rudolf.