Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Benjamine has its roots in Hebrew, meaning 'son of the right hand' or 'favored son'. It evolved from 'Binyamin' through various historical forms and has biblical significance as the name of Jacob's youngest son. The name is perceived positively today, associated with strength and warmth, and remains popular in various cultures. Notable individuals with this name include Benjamin Franklin and Ben Affleck.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/bɛnʤəˈmiːn/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Benjamine 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), Beniamim (Late Latin), Benjamin (English)
Biblical Background
The name has significant biblical relevance as Benjamin was the youngest son of Jacob and Rachel in the Old Testament.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Protestant Reformation and has remained common since the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Benjamin, Ben, Benny
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Benjamine is viewed as a classic and strong name, often associated with friendliness and reliability.
Famous People
Benjamin Franklin, Benjamin Harrison, Ben Affleck
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 35 peak births in 1919
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1574th of 7545 | 357 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2291st of 6773 | 195 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2494th of 7552 | 204 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2178th of 10718 | 300 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2774th of 16616 | 349 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6254th of 24088 | 187 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 15145th of 23106 | 27 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
62.17% 1471st/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Mississippi across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1574th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2291st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2494th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2178th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2774th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6254th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15145th out of 23106 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.