US Popularity:974
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:Behold, a son
Ruben is a boy’s name of Hebrew origins meaning “behold, a son”. This name stems from the Hebrew name Reuben, the first-born son of Jacob in the Old Testament. If you plan to raise baby Ruben in faith, this name has an ideal uniqueness. Biblically, Reuban was the founder of one of the tribes of Israel, but your Ruben can follow in these footsteps of leadership and courage no matter their faith.

Common Nicknames for Ruben

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How Popular Is The Name Ruben?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Ruben is currently #635 on The Bump
Boy:Ruben is currently #364 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Ruben is currently #974 in U.S. births
Boy:Ruben is currently #480 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#480
in 2023
- 21
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 511, 516

  • Ancestry, Ruben

  • Name Doctor, Ruden

  • Behind the Name, Ruben, December 2022

  • Behind the Name, Reuben, December 2017

  • Surname DB, Last name: Ruben

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