Reuel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Reuel has Hebrew origins, meaning 'Friend of God'. It has evolved from its biblical roots into various forms, maintaining its significance throughout history. The name is associated with positive traits and has biblical relevance as the father-in-law of Moses.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Reuel"
Pronunciation
/ˈruːəl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Reuel is derived from the Hebrew elements 'reu' meaning 'to shepherd' and 'el' meaning 'God'.
Meaning
Friend of God
Language Evolution
Reuel (Hebrew), Raguel (Latinized form)
Biblical Background
Reuel is a biblical name found in the Old Testament, associated with the father-in-law of Moses.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity among Jewish communities and later among Christians due to its biblical significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Raguel, Ruel
Modern Popularity & Image
Reuel is less commonly used today but is often appreciated for its biblical roots and unique sound.
Famous People
Reuel Howe, American author, Reuel L. Howe, American politician
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Reuel Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 29 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Reuel"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Reuel"
"Reuel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2386th of 7545 | 187 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2762nd of 6773 | 139 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3350th of 7552 | 112 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4832nd of 10718 | 72 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7752nd of 16616 | 63 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7812th of 24088 | 134 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5498th of 23106 | 199 |
Regional Popularity of "Reuel" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Reuel" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Reuel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Reuel" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Reuel" in the United States
The name Reuel is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Reuel has been stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Reuel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2386th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2762nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3350th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4832nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7752nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7812th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5498th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Reuel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.