Ruby
Ruby is a feminine name of Latin origin, derived from ‘rubeus’ meaning ‘red’. It refers to the precious red gemstone, symbolizing passion, love, and vitality. The name evokes wealth, beauty, and emotional strength.
Popularity of the name Ruby in different countries
- Ruby Consistently popular in English-speaking countries like the United States and United Kingdom, frequently ranking in top 100 baby names.
- Ruby Very popular in Australia and New Zealand, where it has maintained steady popularity for decades.
- Ruby Common in Canada, particularly appreciated as a vintage name that has made a strong comeback.
- Ruby Popular in Ireland as a traditional name that reflects both Celtic heritage and modern sensibilities.
- Ruby Gaining popularity in Scandinavian countries like Sweden and Norway as an international gemstone name.
Variants and similar names to Ruby
- Rubí (Spanish and Portuguese)
- Rubina (Italian and formal variant)
- Rube (English diminutive)
- Rubie (Creative English spelling)
- Rubye (Archaic English spelling)
Famous characters named Ruby
Books
- Ruby – Ender's Game Ender Wiggin's younger sister, an extremely intelligent girl who eventually becomes an influential political leader.
- Ruby – The Color Purple Young African American woman fighting for her independence and self-worth in the rural American South.
- Ruby – Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe Kind-hearted woman who runs the Whistle Stop Cafe with her friend Idgie Threadgoode in 1930s Alabama.
- Ruby Gillis – Anne of Green Gables Anne Shirley's friend known for her beauty and obsession with romance and beaus.
Anime
- Ruby Kurosawa – Love Live! Sunshine!! Member of the idol group Aqours, younger sister of Dia Kurosawa known for her energetic and cheerful personality.
- Ruby Rose – RWBY Trainee Huntress who wields a convertible scythe as her primary weapon, showing great skill despite her youth.
- Ruby Tojo – Rosario + Vampire Transfer student who turns out to be a powerful monster with exceptional magical abilities.
Movies
- Ruby – Pulp Fiction Frequently mentioned character whose robbery is central to Butch Coolidge's storyline in the film.
- Ruby – The Fifth Element Flight attendant on the Fhloston Paradise spaceship who assists protagonist Korben Dallas.
- Ruby Thewes – Cold Mountain Practical and hardworking woman who helps Ada Monroe maintain the farm during the American Civil War.
TVSeries
- Ruby – Once Upon a Time Werewolf who can control her transformation and becomes a key ally to the main characters in Storybrooke.
- Ruby – Supernatural Demon who possesses the knife that can kill almost any supernatural creature and aids the Winchester brothers.
- Ruby – Good Luck Charlie Best friend of Teddy Duncan who frequently helps with babysitting Charlie and gets involved in family adventures.
Videogames
- Ruby Weapon – Final Fantasy VII One of the most powerful Weapons on the planet, an emerald creature that must be defeated to save the world.
- Ruby – Pokémon Ruby Male playable protagonist in the Ruby version of Pokémon's third generation, a young trainer starting his journey.
- Ruby – The Binding of Isaac Playable character who starts with half a red heart but gains benefits when damaged in sacrifice rooms.
- Ruby – Don't Starve Playable character exclusive to Reign of Giants DLC who overheats quickly in summer but is immune to freezing.
- Ruby – Street Fighter V Fighter appearing as DLC character in Street Fighter V, specializing in fast-moving martial arts techniques.
