Reuben: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A firstborn blessing meaning behold a son, warm and familial.
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #919
- Peak
- #149 in 1880
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Reuben Means
Reuben is a boy name of Hebrew origin. A firstborn blessing meaning behold a son, warm and familial.
How Popular Reuben Is
Reuben currently ranks #919 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #149 in 1880. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Reuben
- Reuben peaked at #149 in the U.S. in 1880.
- Reuben is a name with deep biblical and Jewish roots.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
Names Like Reuben
Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Reuben
Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Reuben.
Questions About Reuben
What does Reuben mean?
Reuben is a boy name of Hebrew origin. A firstborn blessing meaning behold a son, warm and familial.
How popular is Reuben?
Reuben currently ranks #919 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #149 in 1880. It has held steady.
Where does Reuben come from?
Reuben comes from Hebrew roots. Reuben peaked at #149 in the U.S. in 1880.
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