Ruth Braden McNamee (June 7, 1921 – November 19, 2006) was an American politician.

Born in New York City, New York, McManee received her bachelor's degree in English and political science in 1942 from Bucknell University.

She also served on the Oakland County, Michigan Board of Commissioners in 1968 and was a Republican.

From 1975 to 1984, McNamee served in the Michigan House of Representatives.

McNamee died at the Indian River Medical Center, in Vero Beach, Florida.