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Rube

ROOB

Letters

4

Syllables

1

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

612

Peak Year

#25 in 1917

First Recorded

1880

Style

Vintage, Cute & Playful

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Often a diminutive of Reuben, of Hebrew origin, meaning 'behold, a son'. It can also be associated with the English word for a rustic person.

Numerology

2

The Peacemaker

Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.

Famous Namesakes

  • Rube Goldberg

    American cartoonist known for intricate inventions

  • Rube Foster

    American baseball player and executive

Spelling Variations

Personality Traits

HumorousWittyInventiveDown-to-earth

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