Reuben
Boy name · 1,643 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Reuben: 1,643 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 112 births in 2021.
Reuben carries a biblical heritage, originating from the Hebrew name Reuven, meaning "behold, a son" or "see, a son"—a reference to Leah's hope that Jacob would love her after bearing his firstborn. In the Old Testament, Reuben was Jacob's eldest son and founder of one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name also appears in modern history through Reuben Fine, the American chess grandmaster, and Reuben Nakian, a sculptor known for abstract works. A notable place connection is Reuben, a village in Nebraska, though the name's most famous
Boy 35 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 2021112 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #37107 babies
- Total births
- 1,643since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▲ 26%vs prior 5y