Reuben

Reuben is of Hebrew origin and means "Behold, a son."

+ 7% this year
Masculine
Rare
Updated: March 13, 2025
Updated: March 13, 2025

Boy name origins & meanings

  • Hebrew : Behold, a son

Boy name variations

Rube
Ruben
Reubin
Rubin
Reuven
Reuby
Ben
Benny

How Popular Is The Name Reuben

Family name origins & meanings

  • English and Welsh : from the Biblical personal name Reuben (see Rubin), which was popular among Nonconformists from the 16th century onward.
  • Jewish (Israeli) : from the Hebrew form of the personal name Rubin.

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