Rubin

Hebrew

"behold, a son"

Rubin Origin and Meaning

The name Rubin is a boy's name.

Rubin is a masculine name of Germanic and Yiddish origin that developed as a variant of Reuben or directly from the gemstone ruby. The name derives from the Latin 'rubinus' meaning 'red,' referring to the precious stone. In Jewish traditions, it connects to the biblical Reuben, Jacob's firstborn son, whose name means 'behold, a son' in Hebrew. Rubin has moderate popularity in German-speaking countries and among Jewish communities. As a surname-turned-first-name, it carries an intellectual, distinguished quality. The gemstone association gives Rubin connotations of value and brilliance. While less common than the spelling 'Reuben' in English-speaking countries, Rubin offers a concise, distinctive alternative with rich cultural heritage.

Rubin Rank in US Top 1000

# 985 in the US

Famous People Named Rubin

• Rubin "Hurricane" Carter American boxer
• Rubin Goldmark American composer, pianist, and educator
• Rick Rubin Music producer