Feminine dossier · first seen 1880
Ruby
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
#64 girls’ name in 2025
Peak era
1924
Peak births
8,406
Current vitality
Healthy
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1880Peak 19242025
Quick answers about Ruby
How many people are named Ruby?
An estimated 152,513 living Americans are named Ruby.
How rare is Ruby?
Ruby is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 3,554 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 57.7% from its 1924 peak. It was the #64 girls’ name in 2025.
How old is the typical Ruby?
The median age of a living American named Ruby is approximately 27 years, with most bearers falling between 11 and 71 years old.
Is Ruby still popular?
Yes. Ruby is holding steady, with 3,554 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Peak year
1924
Decline from peak
57.7%
2025
3,554
All-time
376,570