Masculine dossier · first seen 1886
Rueben
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1921
Peak births
72
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1886Peak 19212025
Quick answers about Rueben
How many people are named Rueben?
An estimated 3,168 living Americans are named Rueben.
How rare is Rueben?
Rueben is very rare among babies today, with 28 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 61.1% from its 1921 peak.
How old is the typical Rueben?
The median age of a living American named Rueben is approximately 42 years, with most bearers falling between 26 and 59 years old.
Is Rueben still popular?
Yes. Rueben is holding steady, with 28 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Peak year
1921
Decline from peak
61.1%
2025
28
All-time
4,871