How Popular (or Rare) was Ruby in 2002?

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#208
2002 Rank
1,579
2002 Births
#62
Best Rank (2021)
3,847
Peak Year (2016)
80,913
Total Births (1996-2025)
1 in 1,138
Rarity Factor (2002)

πŸ“Š The Ruby Story

Ruby is a moderately popular girls' name in United States, ranking #208 in 2002 with 1,579 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2016 with 3,847 births ranking #71. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 60.3%. In 2002, approximately 1 in every 1,138 girls born was named Ruby. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.

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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