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Rubin
How to Pronounce Rubin
Pronounced ROO-bin /ˈru.bɪn/Medium
Meaning: A spelling of Reuben — from Hebrew Reuven, 'behold, a son; see, a son'; also linked to the gem ruby (Latin rubinus, 'red'); routes layeredLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Rubin is a spelling of Reuben — from the Hebrew Reuven, 'behold, a son; see, a son' (the eldest son of Jacob); it is also linked to the gem ruby, from Latin rubinus, 'red' (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, classic name across Jewish and German families (said 'ROO-bin'; nickname Rube).
In the U.S. it appears thinly. Rare, behold-a-son at the root, and classic.
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What does the name Rubin mean?
Rubin spells Reuben — Hebrew 'behold, a son'; it also echoes the gem ruby; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Rubin?
It's said ROO-bin /ˈru.bɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Rubin a boy or girl name?
Rubin is a boy's name.
How popular is Rubin?
Rubin is a rare name in the U.S.