Benjamin

At a Glance: Name: Benjamin – Meaning: son of the right hand – Origin: Hebrew (biblical) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: BEN-jah-min

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Benjamin is a Hebrew biblical name meaning "son of the right hand," pronounced BEN-jah-min. It has a timeless, classic, vintage feel — the kind of name that's been on the books since 1880 and still reads as familiar rather than dated.

Meaning & Origin of Benjamin

Meaning: Son of the right hand.

Origin: Hebrew (biblical).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Benjamin

Phonetic: BEN-jah-min   IPA: /ˈbɛndʒəmɪn/

Popularity of Benjamin

Benjamin peaked at #6 in 2016 with 14,682 babies given the name, and by 2024 it had settled to #11 with 9,814 — still solidly in the top tier, just past its highest point.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Benjamin mean?

Son of the right hand. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Benjamin)

How do you pronounce Benjamin?

Benjamin is pronounced BEN-jah-min (IPA: /ˈbɛndʒəmɪn/).

Is Benjamin a popular name right now?

Benjamin peaked at #6 in 2016 and is ranked #11 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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