girl name
Ruby
Gender
Girl
Popularity
#64 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Ruby in the US, 1880–2025
Ruby first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1924, when 8,406 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 3,554.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ruby a boy or a girl name?
Ruby is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Ruby?
In 2025, Ruby ranked #64 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Ruby most popular?
Ruby was most popular in 1924, when about 8,406 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.