Ruvim

Hebrew

"behold, a son"

Ruvim Origin and Meaning

The name Ruvim is a boy's name.

Ruvim is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, representing the biblical Reuben, the eldest son of Jacob and Leah in the Old Testament. This variant spelling is particularly common in Russian, Ukrainian, and other Slavic cultures. The name carries the beautiful meaning of 'behold, a son' or 'see, a son' - reflecting the joy of having a male child. While not widely used in Western countries, Ruvim maintains steady popularity in Eastern European communities and among families honoring biblical traditions. The name conveys strength and primogeniture, carrying the weight of being the firstborn son in its biblical context.

Famous People Named Ruvim

• Ruvim Isayevich Frayerman Russian children's novelist and poet