RUBEN
The meaning of the unisex name Ruben is BEHOLD A SON.
Details on RUBEN:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Behold a son
- Popularity for Boy:
- 1,003rd in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 27,720th in the USA (bottom 30%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
607 births
RUBEN as a BOY in 2024
6 births
RUBEN as a GIRL in 2009
The meaning(s) of RUBEN:
The name Ruben is a Hebrew baby name. In Hebrew the meaning of the name Ruben is: Behold a son.
The name Ruben is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Ruben is: Behold a son.
The name Ruben is a Scandinavian baby name. In Scandinavian the meaning of the name Ruben is: See - a son.
The name Ruben is a Spanish baby name. In Spanish the meaning of the name Ruben is: See, a son!.
USA SSA birth(s) for RUBEN:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name RUBEN
RUBEN as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 607 births |
| 2023 | 629 births |
| 2022 | 669 births |
| 2021 | 652 births |
| 2020 | 636 births |
| 2019 | 743 births |
| 2018 | 753 births |
| 2017 | 745 births |
| 2016 | 797 births |
| 2015 | 862 births |
| 2014 | 892 births |
| 2013 | 887 births |
| 2012 | 957 births |
| 2011 | 975 births |
| 2010 | 1102 births |
| 2009 | 1197 births |
RUBEN as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 6 births |
| 2005 | 5 births |
| 2004 | 5 births |
| 2000 | 6 births |
| 1999 | 12 births |
| 1998 | 5 births |
| 1997 | 5 births |
| 1996 | 5 births |
| 1995 | 6 births |
| 1994 | 13 births |
| 1993 | 11 births |
| 1992 | 9 births |
| 1991 | 18 births |
| 1990 | 11 births |
| 1989 | 16 births |
| 1988 | 16 births |
About the name RUBEN
Ruben, a name steeped in history and meaning, is derived from the Hebrew name Reuven, translating to "behold, a son." This name carries with it a sense of joy and celebration, marking the arrival of a child as a cherished gift. Predominantly found in Jewish communities, Ruben has also resonated through Spanish-speaking cultures, where it symbolizes strength and resilience, often associated with the biblical figure Ruben, the firstborn son of Jacob. The name has traveled across geographies, thriving in countries such as Spain, Mexico, and the United States, where it has become a beloved choice for parents seeking a blend of traditional and contemporary appeal. In the warmth of its syllables, Ruben evokes images of family gatherings and the rich tapestry of life, making it a timeless selection for your little one, promising a journey filled with love, heritage, and the joyous discovery of self.
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