"And when they came to Reuel their father, he said, How is it that ye are come so soon to day?"
Biblical Name · Hebrew Origin
Reuel Meaning in the Bible
Reuel
boy
Reuel means "Friend of God; Shepherd of God", a boy's name of Hebrew origin. Reuel appears in the King James Bible, and Exodus 2:18 is the passage most often tied to it. Reuel declares the breathtaking invitation: God wants friends, not just followers — intimate companions who walk with Him in trust.
Is Reuel in the Bible?
Yes — Reuel appears in the King James Bible, including Exodus 2:18.
Pronunciation:/ROO-el/
OriginHebrew
MeaningFriend of God; Shepherd of God
What does Reuel mean?
Reuel is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "Friend of God; Shepherd of God". Reuel was another name for Jethro, Moses' father-in-law, and also a son of Esau. The name means 'friend of God' — an intimate title that Abraham also bore. God desires not just servants but friends who know His heart.
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What does Reuel mean in the Bible?
Reuel means "Friend of God; Shepherd of God" and is a name of Hebrew origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Where does Reuel appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Reuel is connected to 1 key passage in the King James Bible, beginning with Exodus 2:18. Each verse is quoted in full below.
"Abraham believed God... and he was called the Friend of God."
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Which books of the Bible mention Reuel?
Reuel is mentioned across 4 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Reuel?
Reuel declares the breathtaking invitation: God wants friends, not just followers — intimate companions who walk with Him in trust.
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Reuel name meaning: frequently asked questions
Yes — Reuel appears in the King James Bible, including Exodus 2:18.
Reuel means "Friend of God; Shepherd of God." It is a Hebrew name. The King James Bible uses it in Exodus 2:18, so the meaning is carried by a real person in Scripture.
Hebrew. Reuel comes into English from Hebrew and carries the sense "Friend of God; Shepherd of God." It appears in the King James Bible, including Exodus 2:18.
Common questions about the name Reuel
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Reuel?
You can read every verse where Reuel appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.