Lubie
Primarily a boy's name with 17 recorded births. Also given to 5 girls.
Meaning & Origin
Lubie is a one-syllable boy's name with a bright, approachable sound — giving the name a friendly, informal feel. With only 17 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
Lubie is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Lubie is a girl's and boy's baby name of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Ruby influenced by the Lu- prefix or a diminutive of Lubina. Its gentle, two-syllable sound carries quiet warmth.
EtymologyShow more
Lubie's linguistic roots are not definitively traced to a single tradition. For names recorded as far back as 1916, the lack of a clear origin label often means the name predates modern naming databases or belongs to a tradition not yet well-cataloged in English-language references.
What the data does show: Lubie has 17 recorded U.S. births as a boy's name, with its bright, approachable ending giving the name a friendly, informal feel.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Lubie has 3+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1916.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 | #4634 | ▼ |
| 1910s | 12 | #3921 | — |
The Story of Lubie
A Greatest Generation name
Peaking in 1918, Lubie is a name steeped in history. Boys named Lubie are most likely born between 1916 and 1925.
How rare is Lubie?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Lubie is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1916, peaked in the 1910s with 12 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(3 years, 1916–1925)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1925 | 5 | #4634 |
| 1918 | 7 | #3576 |
| 1916 | 5 | #4266 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Lubie as a Girl's Name
Though more common for boys, Lubie has a notable history as a girl's name too, with 5 births since 1916.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1916–1925