Ruby
A nature-inspired, vintage name with Australian ranking history from 2008 to 2025.
Popularity of Ruby in Australia
2024 #30→2025 #33Down 3 places
Ruby ranks 33rd for girls in the latest available Australian data (2025). Its best recorded rank is 1st in 2010. Since first appearing at 13th in 2008, it has moved down 20 places overall. In the latest year-to-year comparison it fell 3 places.
View yearly ranks
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #33 |
| 2024 | #30 |
| 2023 | #29 |
| 2022 | #25 |
| 2021 | #22 |
| 2020 | #18 |
| 2019 | #10 |
| 2018 | #17 |
| 2017 | #11 |
| 2016 | #14 |
| 2015 | #7 |
| 2014 | #9 |
| 2013 | #8 |
| 2012 | #3 |
| 2011 | #2 |
| 2010 | #1 |
| 2009 | #13 |
| 2008 | #13 |
Meaning
The name Ruby is commonly linked to ruby gemstone.
In a nutshellRuby means “ruby gemstone”.
Origin
Ruby is usually described as an English gemstone name.
Origin in briefEnglish Gemstone Name
Quick answers
Questions about Ruby
Is Ruby a popular name in Australia?
Ruby ranked #33 for baby girls in Australia in 2025.
Is Ruby becoming more popular?
In the latest comparison, Ruby moved from #30 in 2024 to #33 in 2025, a fall of 3 places. Over the full visible history it moved from #13 in 2008 to #33 in 2025.
Is Ruby a girl or boy name?
On Baby Names Australia, Ruby appears as a baby girl name.
What does Ruby mean?
Ruby is most commonly linked to ruby gemstone.
What is the origin of Ruby?
Ruby is usually described as an English gemstone name.
Is Ruby short for anything?
Ruby is usually used as its own name. Nickname options include Rue.
Names similar to Ruby
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About the data
Popularity figures use the Australian ranking datasets used by Baby Names Australia, with source-priority rules applied where public sources overlap.
Latest data year
2025
Last updated
2026-08-20