Meaning: Its source is rubinus, a Latin name meaning "The red gemstone."

Popularity: The name Rubye ranked 1491st in popularity for females of all ages in a sample of the 1990 US Census.

Though this name has fluctuated in use, it has been quietly present throughout the last century.

Narrative: In the late 19th century, it was fashionable in English-speaking countries to name girls after precious objects. Ruby joined names like Beryl, Pearl and Crystal in its climb to popularity.