Reuvin

Hebrew
"behold, a son"

Reuvin Origin and Meaning

The name Reuvin is a boy's name.

Reuvin is a masculine name representing a variant spelling of Reuben, which has ancient Hebrew origins. In biblical tradition, Reuben was the eldest son of Jacob and Leah, with the name meaning 'behold, a son' or 'see, a son.' This spelling variation with the 'v' instead of 'b' reflects Yiddish pronunciation influences and is particularly found in Jewish communities. While less common than Reuben or Ruben, Reuvin offers a distinctive alternative that maintains the name's rich biblical heritage. The name carries connotations of leadership and primogeniture from its biblical associations. Reuvin remains relatively uncommon in mainstream usage but provides parents a way to honor Jewish cultural traditions while using a slightly distinctive spelling.