Reuel
Reuel: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈruː(ə)l/ · /ruːˈɛl/
Meaning and origin of Reuel
Root meaning: “friend of God”
- A male given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
From Hebrew רְעוּאֵל (“friend of God”).
How popular is Reuel?
Since 1880, 958 boys in the U.S. have been named Reuel. Its highest rank for boys was #1005 in 1893. In 2025, 35 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Reuel FAQ
What does the name Reuel mean?
Reuel traces back to a root meaning "friend of God". A male given name from Hebrew. From Hebrew רְעוּאֵל (“friend of God”).
What is the origin of the name Reuel?
Reuel is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Reuel?
Since 1880, 958 boys in the U.S. have been named Reuel. Its highest rank for boys was #1005 in 1893. In 2025, 35 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Reuel a boy or girl name?
Reuel is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 958 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.