Reuben
Meaning
Sandwich
Origin
Hebrew
Pronunciation
/ˈruːbən/
Traits associated with the name Reuben:
Dogs named Reuben tend to be loving, good-natured, industrious, and hard-working. This name is also associated with companionship, and friendship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Reuben?
Naming your dog Reuben suggests that you have a fondness for classic, timeless names. It also suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pet a unique name.
Is Reuben a good dog name?
Reuben has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Reuben isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Reuben is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Reuben was, in the past month, the 2147th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of July 2025, Reuben is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Reuben was viewed 55 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Reuben's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Reuben is most adored in New Hampshire, Idaho and Delaware.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Indiana, South Carolina and Wisconsin.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Reuben.
Most popular breeds named Reuben:
- German Shepherd
- Jack Russell Terrier
- Lhasa Apso
- American Pitbull Terrier
- Labrador Retriever
Reuben is found in these categories:
cute
Evokes images of a lovable, sandwich-named, floppy-eared canine companion.
food
A classic sandwich shares this moniker.
old-fashioned
Harkens back to corned beef sandwiches and 60s folk-rock hits.
biblical
Reuben is a significant character in the Old Testament, the firstborn son of Jacob and Leah.
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