Rubi
Pronunciation: [ r-OOB-ee ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Rubi first appeared in US Social Security records in 1990.
Over 14 babies have been named Rubi in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rubi is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,983 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #21,983
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Rubi
Rubi is a boy name .
Is Rubi a boy or girl name? Rubi is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #21,983 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #1,098. Rubi is more commonly used as a girl name.
Rubi is currently ranked #21,983 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Rubi include Ruben . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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