Ruben Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationROO-ben / /ˈruːbən/Hebrew; Spanish
Meaning
Hebrew: 'behold, a son'; Spanish: 'from the red earth'
Historical & Cultural Background
Ruben is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical figure Reuben, the firstborn son of Jacob and Leah. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Jewish and Christian communities. The name has also gained popularity in Spanish-speaking countries, where it is often associated with strong familial ties.
Trend Summary
Ruben has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ruben
- Reuben
International Variants
- Rubén (Spanish)
- Reuben (English)
- Ruben (Dutch)
- Rúben (Portuguese)
Famous people named Ruben
Ruben Studdard is an American singer and actor, known for winning the second season of American Idol.
Ruben Loftus-Cheek is an English professional footballer who plays for Chelsea FC.
Ruben Blades is a Panamanian singer, songwriter, and actor, recognized for his contributions to salsa music.
Ruben Amaro Jr. is a former Major League Baseball player and executive, known for his time with the Philadelphia Phillies.
Fictional characters named Ruben
Ruben is a character in the animated film 'The Book of Life', known for his loyalty and friendship.
Ruben is a character in the video game series 'The Legend of Zelda', serving as a companion to the protagonist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ruben was first seen in the United States in 1880. Ruben has ranked as high as #333 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Arizona, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Ruben has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ruben (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 159 | |
TX | 143 | |
AZ | 30 | |
FL | 16 | |
WA | 15 | |
NV | 14 | |
NY | 14 | |
IN | 13 | |
OK | 12 | |
GA | 12 | |
NC | 12 | |
NM | 10 | |
OH | 9 | |
MI | 8 | |
MN | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 30 |
1881 | 21 |
1882 | 34 |
1883 | 30 |
1884 | 28 |
1885 | 28 |
1886 | 40 |
1887 | 34 |
1888 | 21 |
1889 | 33 |
1890 | 25 |
1891 | 25 |
1892 | 44 |
1893 | 41 |
1894 | 33 |
1895 | 37 |
1896 | 49 |
1897 | 42 |
1898 | 45 |
1899 | 32 |
1900 | 50 |
1901 | 35 |
1902 | 45 |
1903 | 50 |
1904 | 38 |
1905 | 41 |
1906 | 52 |
1907 | 62 |
1908 | 60 |
1909 | 71 |
1910 | 83 |
1911 | 59 |
1912 | 134 |
1913 | 154 |
1914 | 199 |
1915 | 256 |
1916 | 237 |
1917 | 289 |
1918 | 286 |
1919 | 292 |
1920 | 336 |
1921 | 357 |
1922 | 361 |
1923 | 368 |
1924 | 398 |
1925 | 427 |
1926 | 440 |
1927 | 479 |
1928 | 491 |
1929 | 485 |
1930 | 516 |
1931 | 465 |
1932 | 469 |
1933 | 398 |
1934 | 443 |
1935 | 489 |
1936 | 481 |
1937 | 489 |
1938 | 445 |
1939 | 450 |
1940 | 442 |
1941 | 461 |
1942 | 514 |
1943 | 544 |
1944 | 507 |
1945 | 560 |
1946 | 648 |
1947 | 737 |
1948 | 908 |
1949 | 998 |
1950 | 1,026 |
1951 | 1,040 |
1952 | 1,095 |
1953 | 1,201 |
1954 | 1,257 |
1955 | 1,294 |
1956 | 1,371 |
1957 | 1,381 |
1958 | 1,371 |
1959 | 1,359 |
1960 | 1,358 |
1961 | 1,386 |
1962 | 1,379 |
1963 | 1,260 |
1964 | 1,348 |
1965 | 1,149 |
1966 | 1,195 |
1967 | 1,174 |
1968 | 1,138 |
1969 | 1,236 |
1970 | 1,326 |
1971 | 1,323 |
1972 | 1,321 |
1973 | 1,309 |
1974 | 1,382 |
1975 | 1,376 |
1976 | 1,361 |
1977 | 1,365 |
1978 | 1,380 |
1979 | 1,397 |
1980 | 1,487 |
1981 | 1,473 |
1982 | 1,472 |
1983 | 1,497 |
1984 | 1,374 |
1985 | 1,454 |
1986 | 1,382 |
1987 | 1,527 |
1988 | 1,594 |
1989 | 1,598 |
1990 | 1,744 |
1991 | 1,732 |
1992 | 1,805 |
1993 | 1,749 |
1994 | 1,724 |
1995 | 1,697 |
1996 | 1,663 |
1997 | 1,595 |
1998 | 1,583 |
1999 | 1,637 |
2000 | 1,718 |
2001 | 1,736 |
2002 | 1,572 |
2003 | 1,655 |
2004 | 1,601 |
2005 | 1,466 |
2006 | 1,597 |
2007 | 1,479 |
2008 | 1,356 |
2009 | 1,199 |
2010 | 1,102 |
2011 | 977 |
2012 | 959 |
2013 | 889 |
2014 | 893 |
2015 | 864 |
2016 | 801 |
2017 | 749 |
2018 | 753 |
2019 | 743 |
2020 | 636 |
2021 | 652 |
2022 | 669 |
2023 | 629 |
2024 | 607 |