Boy
Rueben
behold, a son
About Rueben
Classic with a twist, this name brings traditional strength into contemporary contexts with comfortable familiarity. The slight spelling variation from its more common counterpart adds personalized character while maintaining recognition. It has old-world charm without feeling dated, appealing to families who appreciate heritage with individuality. The name carries warmth and substance, suggesting reliability and genuineness. Its biblical roots provide depth for those who value religious connections, though it functions perfectly well in secular contexts. The sound is robust and friendly, creating positive first impressions. It pairs beautifully with various middle and last names, offering flexibility in creating complete name combinations that honor multiple family traditions.
Popularity of the Name Rueben
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1886 | #833 | |||
| 1890 | #869 | |||
| 1894 | #936 | |||
| 1902 | #848 | |||
| 1907 | #921 | |||
| 1911 | #817 | |||
| 1914 | #852 | |||
| 1915 | #876 | |||
| 1917 | #845 | |||
| 1918 | #867 | |||
| 1919 | #848 | |||
| 1920 | #971 | |||
| 1921 | #802 | |||
| 1922 | #816 | |||
| 1923 | #831 | |||
| 1924 | #883 | |||
| 1925 | #931 | |||
| 1926 | #841 | |||
| 1927 | #1000 | |||
| 1928 | #975 | |||
| 1930 | #989 | |||
| 2003 | #987 | |||
| 2005 | #973 | #510 | ||
| 2006 | #785 | #577 | ||
| 2007 | #800 | |||
| 2008 | #689 | #520 | ||
| 2009 | #647 | |||
| 2010 | #659 | |||
| 2011 | #758 | #895 | ||
| 2012 | #708 | |||
| 2013 | #568 | #845 | ||
| 2014 | #507 | |||
| 2015 | #570 | |||
| 2016 | #750 | #858 | ||
| 2017 | #522 | |||
| 2018 | #616 | |||
| 2019 | #516 | |||
| 2020 | #655 | |||
| 2021 | #486 | |||
| 2022 | #537 | #721 | ||
| 2023 | #397 | |||
| 2024 | #436 | |||
| 2025 | #407 | |||
| 1973 | #281 | |||
| 1996 | #371 | |||
| 2002 | #335 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland
Variations of Name Rueben
Names Similar to Rueben
Nicknames for Rueben
- Rue
- Ben
- Rueb
- Rube
- Rueby
Famous People Named Rueben
| Rueben Loftus-Cheek | English professional footballer |
| Rueben Te Rangi | New Zealand professional basketball player |
| Rueben Gonzalez | Cuban-American former professional tennis player |
| Rueben Droughns | Former NFL running back |
| Rueben Mayes | Former NFL running back |
| Rueben Morgan | Australian worship leader and musician |
| Rueben Thorne | Retired New Zealand rugby union player |
| Rueben Santiago-Hudson | American actor, playwright, and director |
| Rueben Hammer | Australian rules footballer |
| Rueben Noble-Lazarus | English professional footballer |
| Rueben Randle | Former NFL wide receiver |
| Rueben Holmes | Canadian musician and songwriter |
| Rueben George | Indigenous activist and environmentalist |
| Rueben Davis | Former NFL defensive lineman |
| Rueben McCall | Former Australian rules footballer |
| Rueben Umali | Filipino lawyer and politician |
| Rueben Kee | Malaysian artist and video game modder |
| Rueben Peters | Canadian curler |
| Rueben Estrada | American boxer |
Characters Named Rueben
| Rueben "Rooster" Cogburn | Fictional character from the novel "True Grit" by Charles Portis, portrayed by John Wayne in the film adaptation |
| Rueben Soady | Character from the play and film "Escanaba in da Moonlight" |
| Rueben J. "Rooster" Redfern | Character in the science fiction novel "Red Dwarf" by Grant Naylor |
| Rueben J. "Rooster" Cobb | Character in the novel "Rooster" by Brett Cogburn |
| Rueben Tishkoff | Character in the film series "Ocean's Eleven," portrayed by Elliott Gould |
| Rueben Kincaid | Character in the TV series "The Partridge Family," portrayed by Dave Madden |
| Rueben "Bibby" Bibarian | Character in the film "Bad Santa," portrayed by Tony Cox |
| Rueben Kinkade | Character in the TV series "Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman," portrayed by Henry G. Sanders |
| Rueben Klimer | Character in the TV series "Cold Case," portrayed by Laurence Mason |
| Rueben Frost | Character in the TV series "7th Heaven," portrayed by Nikolas & Lorenzo Brino |
| Rueben T. Tishkoff | Character in the film "Ocean's Twelve," portrayed by Elliott Gould |