Rubye
Rubye is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Red precious stone.
Origin and history
Rubye is a vintage spelling variant of Ruby, derived from the gemstone name which originates from the Latin word 'ruber', meaning red. Popular in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it has since become a rare antique option. Today it offers a classic, retro alternative to the traditional Ruby.
Popularity in the United States
6,967 babies in the United States have been named Rubye since 1880. It ranks #2028 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2088.
States where it is most popular
- GA (20.2 %)
- TN (16.2 %)
- TX (12.7 %)
- AL (12.6 %)
- MS (11.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 24 |
| 1890-1900 | 168 |
| 1900-1910 | 620 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,873 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,975 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,018 |
| 1940-1950 | 744 |
| 1950-1960 | 330 |
| 1960-1970 | 92 |
| 1970-1980 | 21 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 10 |
| 2000-2010 | 36 |
| 2010-2019 | 38 |
| 2020-2029 | 13 |
Famous people named Rubye
- Rubye De Remer: Actress
Nicknames
Ru, Bee
Fun facts
- The addition of the silent 'e' at the end was a popular stylistic choice in English names around the turn of the 20th century.
- The root word 'ruber' is Latin for red, referencing the vibrant color of the corundum mineral.