Lilly vs Ruby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ruby

Girl #63 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"red, ruby-colored"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#63
Total SSA Count
3,517
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rube, Rue

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Lilly Rank #259
Ruby Rank #63

Ruby is more popular, ranked #63 vs #259 for Lilly.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lilly ___

  • Lilly Rose
  • Lilly Mae
  • Lilly Grace
  • Lilly Ann
  • Lilly Jane
  • Lilly Beth

Ruby ___

  • Ruby Rose
  • Ruby Ann
  • Ruby Grace
  • Ruby Mae
  • Ruby Claire
  • Ruby Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Lilly

Violet Daisy Iris Jack Oliver

If you choose Ruby

Pearl Opal Jasper Violet Iris

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lilly or Ruby more popular?

Ruby is more popular, ranked #63 compared to Lilly at #259 in the United States.

What do Lilly and Ruby mean?

Lilly means "lily flower, purity" (Latin lilium origin). Ruby means "red, ruby-colored" (Old French origin).

Are Lilly and Ruby boy or girl names?

Lilly is primarily a girl name. Ruby is primarily a girl name.

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