Benjamin: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Son of the right hand, a name that speaks to being cherished and favored.
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #9
- Peak
- #6 in 2017
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Benjamin Means
Benjamin is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Son of the right hand, a name that speaks to being cherished and favored.
How Popular Benjamin Is
Benjamin currently ranks #9 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #6 in 2017. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Benjamin
- Benjamin Franklin, one of the Founding Fathers, is its most famous American bearer.
- In the Bible, Benjamin was the youngest and most beloved son of Jacob.
- The nickname Ben has remained popular across centuries.
Names Like Benjamin
Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Benjamin
Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Benjamin.
Questions About Benjamin
What does Benjamin mean?
Benjamin is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Son of the right hand, a name that speaks to being cherished and favored.
How popular is Benjamin?
Benjamin currently ranks #9 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #6 in 2017. It has held steady.
Where does Benjamin come from?
Benjamin comes from Hebrew roots. Benjamin Franklin, one of the Founding Fathers, is its most famous American bearer.
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