Ruven
Boy nameRuven has been given to 117 babies in the U.S. since 1949. It peaked in 1985.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
117
Peak year
1985 (9 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1949
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Ruven — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Ruven.
FAQ
How popular is the name Ruven?
Ruven has been given to 117 babies in the U.S. since 1949. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Ruven peak?
Ruven peaked in 1985, when 9 babies were given the name.
Is Ruven a girl or boy name?
Ruven is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Ruven are boys).
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