Ruben
Ruben is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Behold, a son.
Origin and history
Ruben is a classic given name derived from the Hebrew name Re'uven, traditionally translated as 'behold, a son'. It is a well-established spelling variant of Reuben that has seen continuous, steady usage in the United States over the decades. Today, it remains a familiar choice across diverse cultural backgrounds.
Popularity in the United States
116,552 babies in the United States have been named Ruben since 1880. It ranks #281 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #473.
States where it is most popular
- CA (31.7 %)
- TX (31.1 %)
- NY (5.1 %)
- AZ (4.9 %)
- IL (3.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 299 |
| 1890-1900 | 373 |
| 1900-1910 | 504 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,989 |
| 1920-1930 | 4,143 |
| 1930-1940 | 4,644 |
| 1940-1950 | 6,319 |
| 1950-1960 | 12,395 |
| 1960-1970 | 12,623 |
| 1970-1980 | 13,538 |
| 1980-1990 | 14,858 |
| 1990-2000 | 16,930 |
| 2000-2010 | 15,379 |
| 2010-2019 | 8,730 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,828 |
Famous people named Ruben
- Ruben Studdard: Singer
- Ruben Fleischer: Film Director, Producer
- Ruben Amaro Jr.: Baseball Player, Baseball Executive
Nicknames
Rube, Ben
Fun facts
- The name originates from the Hebrew phrase expressing joy at the birth of a male child.
- The Ruben spelling is widely used across Dutch, Scandinavian, Spanish, and French-speaking communities.