Rubi

Meaning of Rubi

Rubi is derived from "ruby," a precious red gemstone.

Rubi has Latin roots — browse every Latin baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Rubi

After ranking as high as #431 in 2005, Rubi has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Rubi

• Ruby Dee
  American actress, poet, activist
• Ruby Rose
  Australian model and actress
• Ruby Bridges
  Civil Rights activist
• Ruby Jerins
  American actress
• Ruby Lin
  Taiwanese actress and producer

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Questions about the name Rubi

What does the name Rubi mean?

Rubi means rubi is derived from "ruby," a precious red gemstone, and it comes from Latin origins.

Is Rubi a boy's or a girl's name?

Rubi is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Rubi?

Rubi did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Rubi most popular?

Rubi peaked at #431 in 2005.