Boy · 1271st of 7,545
Benjaman
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
2,024
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1977
Peak Popularity Year
44
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Benjaman stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Benjaman is a name of Hebrew origin that means 'son of the right hand' or 'favored son'. It evolved from the Hebrew 'Binyamin' through various historical forms. The name is associated with positive traits such as strength and loyalty. It does not have a specific biblical background but is linked to the Tribe of Benjamin in the Old Testament. The name gained popularity in the 17th century and continues to be seen as classic and modern, with notable bearers including Benjamin Franklin and Ben Affleck.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/bɛnˈdʒæmən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Benjaman is derived from the Hebrew name 'Binyamin', which means 'son of the right hand' or 'favored son'.
Meaning
son of the right hand, favored son
Language Evolution
Binyamin (Hebrew), Benyamin (Aramaic), Benjam (Latin), Benjaman (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 17th century, particularly due to its biblical roots and associations with the Tribe of Benjamin in the Old Testament.
Variants & Derivatives
Benjamin, Ben, Benny
Modern Popularity & Image
Benjaman is perceived as a classic yet modern name, often associated with strength and loyalty.
Famous People
Benjamin Franklin, Benjamin Netanyahu, Ben Affleck
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 44 peak births in 1977
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in Alabama
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 16 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1271st of 7545 | 515 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1872nd of 6773 | 275 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2195th of 7552 | 260 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2257th of 10718 | 284 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2846th of 16616 | 335 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7408th of 24088 | 146 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 20190th of 23106 | 10 |