Reuben

There are several people or things called Reuben:

• Reuben is the first-born son of Jacob and the founder of the Tribe of Reuben mentioned in the Book of Genesis. Re'u-ven means "behold a son" in Hebrew, and he was so named because his mother Leah was hoping that by presenting him to Jacob she would overcome Jacob's preference for his second wife, her younger sister Rachel.
• Reuben James (c. 1776 – 3 December 1838) was a Boatswain's Mate of the United States Navy, famous for his heroism in the Barbary Wars; three ships have borne his name.
• Reuben is an uncommon, but not rare, given name amongst English-speaking peoples. It may be abbreviated to Reubie or Ruby.
• The Reuben or Reuben sandwich is corned beef, sauerkraut, swiss cheese and russian or thousand island dressing on rye bread.
• Reuben are a British alternative rock band, from Surrey. The band consists of Jamie Lenman (Guitar/Vocals), Jon Pearce (Bass) and Guy Davis (Drums). Formed in the late 1990's, they have released several EP's, half a dozen singles and a debut album, 'Racecar is Racecare backwards'. The band are currently preparing to release their second LP. Words from Reuben – Official website. G.Reynolds--2005