Boy name guide

Benjamin name meaning, origin and style

Benjamin is a Hebrew name commonly associated with son of the right hand.

Origin
Hebrew
Meaning
son of the right hand
Say it
BEN-juh-min

Choosing Benjamin

A versatile classic with Ben, Benny and the full form all usable.

Popularity note

Popularity changes over time and by place. For current United States birth-name data, consult the Social Security Administration’s annual name statistics.

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