UK boy's name
Reubin
A masculine Hebrew name meaning "behold, a son".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2012. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Reubin is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Reubin popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2012 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4805, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 4 births.
This profile covers 10 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2009 to 2012. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 10 living people in the UK are called Reubin. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2013 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Reubin ranked #4805 for boys in England and Wales in 2012, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2010, when 4 boys were registered as Reubin.
- • About 10 living people in the UK are estimated to have Reubin as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4805
2012
Births in 2012
3
Latest year
Peak year
2010
4 births
Estimated living
10
2026
Meaning
What does Reubin mean?
The name Reubin has its origins in the Hebrew language and can be traced back to ancient biblical times. It is a variant spelling of the name Reuben, which is derived from the Hebrew phrase "ra'ah ben" meaning "behold, a son" or "he has seen my misery."
Reuben was one of the twelve sons of Jacob and a major figure in the Book of Genesis. In the biblical narrative, Reuben is described as the firstborn son of Jacob and his wife Leah. As the eldest son, he held a significant position within the family and was expected to inherit a double portion of his father's estate.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Reubin can be found in medieval English records from the 13th century. During this period, the name was often spelled as "Reubin" or "Rewbyn," reflecting the influence of Norman French on English orthography.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Reubin. One of the most prominent was Reubin Askew (1928-2022), an American lawyer and politician who served as the 37th Governor of Florida from 1971 to 1979. He was known for his commitment to racial equality and environmental conservation.
Another notable figure was Reubin Levi (1923-2002), a British-born American businessman and philanthropist. He co-founded the iconic clothing brand Tommy Hilfiger and was actively involved in various charitable organizations supporting education and healthcare.
In the realm of literature, Reubin Saillens (1855-1942) was a notable French writer and poet. He was a member of the Académie Goncourt and is best known for his poetry collections, including "Les Humbles" (The Humble Ones) and "Les Chansons des Gueux" (Songs of the Beggars).
In the field of music, Reubin Levi (1865-1937) was an American composer and conductor. He is particularly remembered for his work as the principal conductor of the Metropolitan Opera in New York City from 1919 to 1936, where he conducted numerous operas and helped shape the company's artistic direction.
Lastly, Reubin Askew (1776-1858) was an American farmer and politician who served as a member of the Virginia House of Delegates in the early 19th century, representing Pittsylvania County.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Reubin over time
The chart below shows babies named Reubin registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2009 to 2012. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Reubin, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2012, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Reubin by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Reubin was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4335 | 7 | 2 |
| 2000s | #4527 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Reubin
- Ryan 68,692
- Riley 37,992
- Robert 27,462
- Reuben 25,122
- Rhys 24,418
- Reece 24,329
- Rory 21,870
- Roman 16,609
- Ronnie 16,445
- Reggie 14,684
- Rowan 14,371
- Ralph 8,892
FAQ
Reubin: questions and answers
How popular is the name Reubin in the UK right now?
In 2012, Reubin was ranked #4805 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Reubin most popular?
The peak year on record was 2010, with 4 babies registered as Reubin in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Reubin?
A masculine Hebrew name meaning "behold, a son".
How many people are called Reubin in the UK?
A total of 10 babies have been registered as Reubin across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.