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Ruben

“behold, a son”

Origin
Hebrew
Syllables
2
Popularity
40 of 100Uncommon

About the name Ruben

Ruben is a masculine first name meaning “behold, a son”, with roots in Hebrew. The name has 2 syllables. It is relatively uncommon.

Frequently asked about Ruben

What does the name Ruben mean?
The first name Ruben means “behold, a son”.
Where does the name Ruben come from?
Ruben has its roots in Hebrew.
Is Ruben a girls' or boys' name?
Ruben is a masculine first name (a boys' name).
How popular is Ruben?
Ruben is a relatively uncommon first name.

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