How Popular (or Rare) was Ruby in 2001?

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#9,037
2001 Rank
7
2001 Births
#5,178
Best Rank (2022)
19
Peak Year (2022)
231
Total Births (1996-2025)
1 in 277,547
Rarity Factor (2001)

πŸ“Š The Ruby Story

Ruby is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #9037 in 2001 with 7 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2022 with 19 births ranking #5178. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 30.0%. In 2001, approximately 1 in every 277,547 boys born was named Ruby. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.

Popularity Trend (1996–2025)

πŸ“… Data Status: Official verified statistics are currently available from 1996 up to 2025. This report reflects the most recent confirmed data from United States; 2026 and 2027 projections are based on real-time search trends and will be finalized upon the next official release.

Name Meaning & Origin

Origin: English from the gem name  |  Meaning: ruby gemstone

Ruby is a vivid gem name with warmth, colour, and real classic status. It feels lively, feminine, and instantly familiar.

Gem names have long appealed to parents, and Ruby became one of the most successful because it is bright without being fussy. It has enjoyed strong revival power as vintage names returned.

Did you know?Ruby is one of the gem names that has become a lasting mainstream classic rather than a niche choice.
Similar namesPearl, Rose, Rosie, Poppy, Opal

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