Holding steady, #6,838 for girls today.
Popularity of Ruba since 1919
Babies named Ruba per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 8 |
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 69 |
| 1990s | 128 |
| 2000s | 122 |
| 2010s | 115 |
| 2020s | 61 |
Meaning & origin
The name Ruba has maintained a quiet but persistent presence in the United States since it was first recorded in 1919. It reached its peak popularity in 1996, though even then it remained rare. As of 2025, it ranks 6,838th with an incidence of 1 in 100,454 births, reflecting a stable trajectory over the decades. While it has not appeared among any state's top names, its appeal likely derives from its gentle sound and elegant Arabic meaning of 'hill' or 'eminence.' Ruba offers parents a distinctive choice with roots in the Arabic language, remaining underused yet recognizable.
Ruba is primarily a feminine name of Arabic origin. It is often interpreted as meaning 'hill' or 'eminence,' derived from the Arabic root r-b-w denoting height or elevation. Some sources also connect it to the Arabic word 'arba'a' meaning 'four.' The name has been used across the Arabic-speaking world, though it remains relatively uncommon.
Sibling names for Ruba
Names that share Ruba's style, for a brother or sister.
