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Summary

The name Ruby originates from the Latin word for 'red,' referencing the precious gemstone. It has evolved through various forms, including Rubinus and Rubeus, and gained popularity in the late 19th century. The name is associated with traits of beauty and vibrancy, and it has no biblical relevance. Notable individuals with this name include civil rights activist Ruby Bridges and actress Ruby Rose.

The name Ruby is most popular in Arkansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ruby has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Ruby' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 769th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 966th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2001st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3327th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3514th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9526th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8004th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 26th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 55th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 175th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 356th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 329th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 162nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 77th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ruby' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.