Rulon

German
"famous throughout the land"

Rulon Origin and Meaning

The name Rulon is a boy's name.

Rulon is a masculine name of uncertain origin, though it may have Scandinavian or English roots. It gained some recognition in the United States through Rulon Gardner, an Olympic gold medal wrestler. The name has a strong, distinctive sound with its two clear syllables and unusual combination of consonants and vowels. While remaining quite rare in general usage, Rulon has maintained a steady, if minimal, presence particularly in Mormon communities in the western United States. The name carries a solid, dependable quality with its firm consonant sounds. Its uniqueness makes it appealing to parents seeking a masculine name that stands apart from common choices while still being relatively straightforward to pronounce and spell.

Famous People Named Rulon

  • Rulon Jeffs
    former Prophet of the FLDS
  • Rulon Allred
    former leader of the AUB polygamous group