Ruby
deep red precious stone (Latin via English)
Ruby is a english / other girl name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 167, with 44,735 records. It has 2 syllables.
Origin and meaning
deep red precious stone (Latin via English)
Ruby is a gemstone name of English and Latin origin that gained widespread popularity during the late Victorian and Edwardian eras. In the Philippines, it was introduced during the American colonial era as part of the broader adoption of English jewel and flower names, establishing itself as a classic, durable female name across generations.
Derived from the English gemstone name 'ruby', originating from Old French 'rubis' and Latin 'rubeus' or 'ruber' meaning red. It became widely adopted in the English-speaking world in the late 19th century and spread into Philippine naming customs during the 20th century.
Name character
In the Philippines
Very common standalone name that is also frequently used in double-barrel combinations like Ruby Ann, Ruby Jane, or Ruby Rose. Common informal nicknames include Rubs, Bebeng, or Bing.
Related forms
- Rubí Spanish
- Rubis French
- Rubina Italian
Would your family give Ruby?
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Ruby with common surname pairs
Each pair is a mother's maiden surname plus a father's surname. The number is the sound-fit score for this first name.
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How do I use Ruby with two Filipino surnames?
Ruby is the given name. The full name is Ruby + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Ruby a common girl name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Ruby is number 167, with 44,735 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.