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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Son of the right hand (via Benjamin)
- Origin
- Hebrew (short form of Benjamin, or English short form of Benedict)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- BEN
Ben (pronounced BEN) is a Hebrew name meaning "son of the right hand," used as a short form of Benjamin — or, less often, as a short form of Benedict. It's a compact, no-fuss name with over a century of use behind it in U.S. records.
Meaning & Origin of Ben
Meaning: Son of the right hand (via Benjamin).
Origin: Hebrew (short form of Benjamin, or English short form of Benedict).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Ben
BENIPA /ˈbɛn/
Popularity of Ben
Ben has been recorded in Social Security data every year from 1880 to 2024, peaking at #43 in 1889 with 453 babies; by 2024 it ranked #801, given to 313 boys.
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FAQ
What does the name Ben mean?
Son of the right hand (via Benjamin). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Ben?
Ben is pronounced BEN (IPA: /ˈbɛn/).
Is Ben a popular name right now?
Ben peaked at #43 in 1889 and is ranked #801 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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