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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Reuel

God is my friend

Pronunciation: ROO-el (/ˈruːɛl/)

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 70
Meaning
God is my friend
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
9
Lucky Day
Saturday
Lucky Stone
Topaz
Life Path
1
Popularity Score
70
Language
English, Hebrew
Lucky Colors: GoldBrown

What does Reuel mean?

Reuel's name is derived from the Hebrew word 'ראואל' (rēʾûʾāl), which means 'friend of God'. In the Bible, Reuel appears as the name of an Midianite priest and the father of Jethro, who was Moses' father-in-law.

Reuel in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
רואל
רואל - אלוהים הוא המראה שלי
Greek
Ρουήλ
Ρουήλ - Ο Θεός είναι το φως μου
Latin
Reuel
Reuel - Deus est lux mea
English
Reuel
God is my sight or friend of God

How to pronounce Reuel

English pronunciation
ROO-el
Biblical pronunciation
רואל
IPA notation
/ˈruːɛl/

Numerology & personality

Independence, creativity, new beginnings

Associated Traits
KindFaithfulL: Loyal

Spiritual & cultural context

A name that embodies faith and companionship with God.

Historically, the name Reuel has been associated with Israelite and Midianite culture, as it was borne by a significant figure in the Old Testament. Reuel, as a Midianite priest, represents the merging of two distinct cultural influences - Israelite and Midianite - and signifies the religious connections between the two peoples.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: Genesis 25:15, Numbers 2:14 (Genesis 25:15, Numbers 2:14)

Popularity of Reuel by region

Region Country Score Year
United States US 77 2024
Spain ES 75 2024
Brazil BR 72 2024
Italy IT 54 2024

Spelling variations of Reuel

Reuael

Names similar to Reuel

Frequently asked questions about Reuel

What does Reuel mean?
Reuel is a Hebrew name meaning 'friend of God'.
Is Reuel a Christianity name?
Yes, Reuel is a Hebrew name with deep Christian roots as it means 'friend of God'.
How to pronounce Reuel?
Reuel is pronounced as 'Re-u-el'.
Is Reuel popular today?
Reuel is a less common name, making it a unique and distinctive choice for your child.
What is the origin of Reuel?
Reuel is a Hebrew name derived from the Hebrew word 'ראואל' (rēʾûʾāl), which means 'friend of God'.