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Boy name

Benjamin

Benjamin is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “son of the right hand.” It currently ranks #11 for US boys and is steady.

Meaning
Son of the right hand.
Origin
Hebrew
US rank
#11
Syllables
3
Letters
8
Starts with
B

Benjamin's popularity over time

→ Steady
#11 in 2023Peak rank #6US SSA · boys
#1#7#14201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Benjamin

What does the name Benjamin mean?

Benjamin means "Son of the right hand." and is of Hebrew origin.

Is Benjamin a boy or girl name?

Benjamin is most commonly used as a boy name in the United States.

How popular is the name Benjamin?

Benjamin ranked #11 for US boys in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been steady (peak rank #6).

How many syllables are in Benjamin?

Benjamin has 3 syllables and 8 letters.

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