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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Friend of God (re'a + El)
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ROO-uhl
Reuel is a Hebrew boy's name meaning "friend of God," built from the elements re'a and El. It's pronounced ROO-uhl (IPA /ˈruːəl/), and it fits into a clean, modern naming style for parents who want something quiet and uncommon. If you're drawn to biblical Hebrew names with a clear, literal meaning, it's worth a closer look.
Meaning & Origin of Reuel
Meaning: Friend of God (re'a + El).
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Reuel
ROO-uhlIPA /ˈruːəl/
Popularity of Reuel
Reuel has stayed rare across more than a century of SSA records: it peaked at #1005 back in 1893 with just 6 babies given the name, and in the latest 2024 data it ranked #4037 with 27 babies.
Names Like Reuel
These names share Reuel’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Reuel mean?
Friend of God (re’a + El). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Reuel?
Reuel is pronounced ROO-uhl (IPA: /ˈruːəl/).
Is Reuel a popular name right now?
Reuel peaked at #1005 in 1893 and is ranked #4037 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1893–2024.)
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