Would you assume a 'Reuben' is Jewish?

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sheeplikessleep · 11/03/2010 09:37

Honest thoughts please.
Both DH and I love the name Reuben, in fact the only name we both agree on. Our DS was born on Sunday and once we've said his name, we've had different people ask if we're Jewish, which we aren't. Is my DS going to face this question throughout his life? Is it an inappropriate name as we have no Jewish links whatsoever? Would appreciate thoughts please - thanks.

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YanknCock · 11/03/2010 09:48

I've got a Reuben in my family tree (family of German ancestry living in U.S.). Definitely was Catholic. We even considered it for DS and we are not Jewish.

Thissideofchannel · 11/03/2010 09:48

It is an old Hebrew name, so yes I would assume that you had Jewish connections.

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sheeplikessleep · 11/03/2010 09:48

Hmmm, maybe we do need to think this through. Least we have 6 weeks to be sure
Thanks for posting

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rubyslippers · 11/03/2010 09:47

i wouldn't

i think it is a tip top name

really strong

Bonsoir · 11/03/2010 09:44

Yes, I would. But here in France the distinction between Jewish and Christian first names is much more distinct that in the UK.

StrictlyKatty · 11/03/2010 09:44

No, not at all. I've known 3 R's and not one has been Jewish. Lovely name, my SIL's favourite ever name. Congrats!

mopsyflopsy · 11/03/2010 09:43

I would, to be honest. Still a nice name, though.

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sheeplikessleep · 11/03/2010 09:42

Thanks for posting - I'm on day 5 now, so feeling a bit hormonal about the name and people's 'helpful' comments.

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McDreamy · 11/03/2010 09:39

No I know 2 and neither of them are Jewish. Lovely name. Congratulations

thedollshouse · 11/03/2010 09:39

5 years ago I may have assumed that he is jewish but it is becoming more popular now and I have come across quite a few and none of them are jewish.

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