Ruben
ROO-bən
Popularity
#501
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Hebrew
Total Births
116,573
Peak Year
#1,814 in 1992
First Recorded
1880
Style
Spiritual & Biblical, Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Ruben is a Hebrew name meaning "behold, a son". It is a biblical name, borne by the eldest son of Jacob.
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Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Ruben Blades
Panamanian salsa singer, songwriter, actor, and politician.
Ruben Studdard
American R&B, pop and gospel singer.
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