Boys name · Illinois
Ruben in Illinois
Ruben was the 541st most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 18 babies named Ruben that year. Since 1914, Illinois families have named 4,133 babies Ruben.
Popularity over time
Ruben in Illinois, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1914 | 6 | 398th |
| 1932 | 8 | 387th |
| 1949 | 13 | 384th |
| 1964 | 46 | 243rd |
| 1980 | 72 | 181st |
| 1995 | 78 | 191st |
| 2010 | 40 | 312th |
| 2025 | 18 | 541st |
Its rank among boys names in Illinois fell from 398th in 1914 to 541st in 2025.
The most babies named Ruben in Illinois in a single year was 85, in 1993. Its best showing was 150th among boys names in 1983.
Across the country, Ruben reached its best rank of 30th in Arizona (1930). See Ruben in every state →
How popular is Ruben in Illinois?
Ruben was the 541st most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 18 babies named Ruben that year. Since 1914, Illinois families have named 4,133 babies Ruben.
How many babies are named Ruben in Illinois?
In 2025, 18 babies were named Ruben in Illinois. The most babies named Ruben in Illinois in a single year was 85, in 1993.
What is the rank of Ruben in Illinois?
Ruben ranked 541st among boys names in Illinois in 2025. Its best showing was 150th among boys names in 1983.
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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