What origin is the name Ruri?

Ruri comes from Japanese naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Names from the same japanese tradition pair naturally with Ruri — for example Kenji, Ren, Hiro. You can browse more on our japanese names page.

Ruri

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Ruri

Ruri

Girl

Japanese

2 syllables

Ruri (瑠麗) is a Japanese girl's name meaning "From the Japanese word for lapis lazuli. It represents the deep blue gemstone and is used for its aesthetic and elegant association.".

Parents who choose Ruri pick a girl name from the Japanese tradition, meaning "From the Japanese word for lapis lazuli. It represents the deep blue gemstone and is used for its aesthetic and elegant association.". At just 4 letters, it is short and easy to say. It has 2 syllables.

Native script: 瑠麗
Origin: Japanese
Gender: Girl
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

From the Japanese word for lapis lazuli. It represents the deep blue gemstone and is used for its aesthetic and elegant association.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

Written as 瑠麗

Quick answers about Ruri

What does Ruri mean?

Ruri is a girl name of Japanese origin meaning "From the Japanese word for lapis lazuli. It represents the deep blue gemstone and is used for its aesthetic and elegant association.".

How popular is Ruri?

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Brother names that go with Ruri

Kenji Ren Hiro Kaito Sora Akira

How to say Ruri

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Name numerology

2is the Chaldean number for Ruri.

Number 2 is linked with harmony, kindness and cooperation.

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