Boys name · California
Ruben in California
Ruben was the 234th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 159 babies named Ruben that year. Since 1912, California families have named 35,173 babies Ruben.
Popularity over time
Ruben in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 6 | 221st |
| 1931 | 90 | 82nd |
| 1946 | 127 | 132nd |
| 1962 | 397 | 97th |
| 1978 | 507 | 71st |
| 1994 | 730 | 86th |
| 2009 | 381 | 143rd |
| 2025 | 159 | 234th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 221st in 1912 to 234th in 2025.
The most babies named Ruben in California in a single year was 784, in 1992. Its best showing was 57th among boys names in 1928.
Across the country, Ruben reached its best rank of 30th in Arizona (1930). See Ruben in every state →
How popular is Ruben in California?
Ruben was the 234th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 159 babies named Ruben that year. Since 1912, California families have named 35,173 babies Ruben.
How many babies are named Ruben in California?
In 2025, 159 babies were named Ruben in California. The most babies named Ruben in California in a single year was 784, in 1992.
What is the rank of Ruben in California?
Ruben ranked 234th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 57th among boys names in 1928.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.
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