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Ruby
/ ROO-bee /
feminineMeaning
Red gemstone
Origin
Latin
Derived from the Latin 'ruber', meaning red. The ruby has been a prized gemstone for centuries, often associated with passion, vitality, and wealth. It became popular as a first name in the late 19th century.
Personality Distribution
MBTI Profile
Approximate distribution among people named Ruby.
NT AnalystsNF DiplomatsSJ SentinelsSP Explorers
ESFP
13.8%
ENFP
12.5%
ISFP
11.2%
ESTP
9.4%
INFP
8.7%
ESFJ
7.6%
ISFJ
6.9%
ENFJ
6.2%
ISTP
5.8%
ENTP
5.1%
INFJ
4.5%
ESTJ
3.1%
ISTJ
2.4%
ENTJ
1.2%
INTP
0.9%
INTJ
0.7%
Cultural Context
Cultural Notes
Ruby is vibrant and punchy. It feels vintage yet full of life, consistently ranking high in the UK and Australia. It is the birthstone for July, adding an extra layer of meaning for summer babies.
Notable People
Famous Bearers
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Ruby Dee
American actress and civil rights activist (1922–2014)
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Ruby Rose
Australian model, actress, and DJ (b. 1986)