Perhaps influenced by the Hispanic-themed TV show of this name, several hundred parents chose it in the last year counted.

The Spanish form of popular Ruby is another addition to the list of attractive gem names for girls.

The Spanish and Portuguese form of popular Ruby is another addition to the list of attractive gem names for girls, that might sometimes be used by English speaking parents who want their child's name to stand out when written down. Rubi is also of Japanese origin, and associated with another gemstone: the lapis lazuli.