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Name Origin

Rubin is a masculine given name of Yiddish origin. It means 'jewel' or 'gemstone,' often specifically referring to the ruby gemstone.

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Famous People

Rubin Carter (1937-2014)

Professional boxer

  • Middleweight boxing contender
  • Subject of the Bob Dylan song 'Hurricane'
  • Wrongfully convicted of triple murder, later exonerated

Rubin H. Donner (1928-2005)

Physicist

  • Developed the 'Donner Model' for nuclear reactor design

Rubin Tate (1967-)

Actor

  • Known for roles in films like 'Do the Right Thing' and 'Clockers'

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