Ruby

Ruby is a name that is of Latin origins and it is a name that is traditionally given to baby girls. The meaning of Ruby is taken from the precious gemstone with the same name, which is known as a 'profound red and exquisite stone’. The ruby stone of one of the rarest and most expensive precious stones in the world. The name is symbolic of wealth and riches; not only material wealth but mental richness, the richness of choice and the richness of life. The name Ruby is derived from another Latin name, Ruber, the meaning of which is 'red'. The name first began to be used in the Victorian period, when names that were inspired by jewels became popular. There have been a few famous figures with the name Ruby, such as Ruby Winters, who was an American soul singer and Ruby Walsh, who is a jockey from Ireland.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

behold, a son

Origin

Hebrew

Numerology

R is for righteous, you know when you’re right.

U is for understanding, you show for others.

B is for bestow, as you give so much.

Y is for yearn, your innermost desires.

Lucky

Ruby lucky number is 3.

The number 3 has always held powerful symbolism. Think about good things coming in 3s, the birth-life-death cycle, the mind-body-soul connection, the 3 acts of a typical story. Wherever the number 3 shows up in your life, it's generally an omen of creativity, communication, optimism, and curiosity!

Famous People Named Ruby

• Ruby Laffoon American politician, 43rd governor of Kentucky
• Rupert "Ruby" Walsh Irish jockey

Ruby in Pop Culture

• Ruby Dennis main character in movie "Dear Mr. Wonderful"
• Ruby Rhod character in movie "The Fifth Element"
• Ruby main character in the manga "Pokemon Adventures"