NAME PROFILE
Reuben
Reuben is a Hebrew name meaning 'behold, a son.' It carries a sense of strength and leadership, often associated with the qualities of a protector and a provider. The name evokes a warm, familial feeling, suggesting a person who is nurturing and supportive.
Key Stats
| Total births | 32,190 |
| Gender | Male (73% / 27%) |
| Peak year | 1920 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
PA — 21%TX — 21%NY — 21%CA — 19%MI — 18%
Notable People
Reuben Sandwich (Culinary Icon) · Reuben Fleischer (Director, *Zombieland*) · Reuben Droughns (NFL Player) · Reuben Meijer (Artist) · Reuben Sturman (Businessman)
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