Ruben: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Behold a son, a name celebrating the miracle of new life.
- Origin
- Spanish
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #465
- Peak
- #165 in 1980
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 Ruben Means
Ruben is a boy name of Spanish origin. Behold a son, a name celebrating the miracle of new life.
How Popular Ruben Is
Ruben currently ranks #465 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #165 in 1980. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Ruben
- Ruben peaked at #165 in the U.S. in 1980.
- Ruben is a name from the Spanish-speaking world.
- It's a timeless classic that never goes out of style.
Names Like Ruben
Other Spanish names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Ruben
Spanish names that pair well as a brother or sister to Ruben.
Questions About Ruben
What does Ruben mean?
Ruben is a boy name of Spanish origin. Behold a son, a name celebrating the miracle of new life.
How popular is Ruben?
Ruben currently ranks #465 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #165 in 1980. It has held steady.
Where does Ruben come from?
Ruben comes from Spanish roots. Ruben peaked at #165 in the U.S. in 1980.
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