Ruby

Girl's name

Ruby is derived from the Latin word "ruber," meaning red. It is also associated with the gemstone of the same name.

Meaning A red gemstone
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 3,517
Peak year 1924

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Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Ruby Bridges - Civil rights activist, first black child to desegregate school.
  • Ruby Dee - Actress, civil rights activist.
  • Ruby Rose - Actress, model, LGBTQ advocate.
  • Ruby Keeler - Actress, singer, dancer in musical films.
  • Ruby Lin - Taiwanese actress, singer, producer.
  • Ruby Wax - Comedian, actress, mental health advocate.
  • Ruby Dhalla - Canadian politician, women's rights advocate.
  • Ruby Johnson - Soul singer known for "I'll Run Your Hurt Away."
  • Ruby Murray - Northern Irish singer, popular in the 1950s.
  • Ruby Walsh - Irish jockey, multiple Cheltenham Festival winner.

Sisters for Ruby

Girl names closely related to Ruby

Brothers for Ruby

Boy names closely related to Ruby

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Ruby

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