Ruby
girl name#64 in 2025Ruby entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #22 in 1911, ranks #64 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#64
rank today
#22
peak (1911)
3,554
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #114 |
| 1890s | #67 |
| 1900s | #40 |
| 1910s | #24 |
| 1920s | #29 |
| 1930s | #47 |
| 1940s | #93 |
| 1950s | #169 |
| 1960s | #284 |
| 1970s | #351 |
| 1980s | #370 |
| 1990s | #273 |
| 2000s | #165 |
| 2010s | #88 |
| 2020s | #65 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ruby has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 160,000 people named Ruby are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ruby alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ruby in 2025?
- Ruby ranks #64 among US girl names in 2025, with 3,554 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ruby most popular?
- Ruby peaked in 1911, reaching #22 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ruby with classmates?
- Ruby will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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