Bejamin Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: BEN-juh-min //ˈbɛn.dʒə.mɪn//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: son of the right hand; English: variant of Benjamin
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Benjamin has its roots in the Hebrew language, originating from the name בִּנְיָמִין (Binyamin), which translates to "son of the right hand" or "favored son." This etymology reflects a significant cultural and linguistic evolution, as the name was later adopted into Greek as Βενιαμίν (Benjamín) and subsequently into Latin as Benjaminus. The transition into Old French and then into Middle English solidified its presence in the English language by the 14th century, where it retained its original meaning and connotations.
Historically, Benjamin is a prominent figure in the Hebrew Bible, being the youngest son of Jacob and Rachel, and one of the twelve tribes of Israel is named after him. The tribe of Benjamin played a crucial role in the history of Israel, particularly noted during the period of the Judges and the establishment of the monarchy.
The name's biblical significance was further cemented through various translations of the Bible, including the Septuagint in the 3rd century BCE and the King James Version in 1611, which contributed to its enduring legacy in Christian contexts. Culturally, the name Benjamin has been associated with qualities such as strength and favor, reflecting its literal meaning.
In Jewish tradition, the name is often linked to themes of loyalty and resilience, as the tribe of Benjamin was known for its warriors. Additionally, diminutive forms such as Ben or Benny have emerged, often used affectionately.
The name's historical and cultural resonance has ensured its continued recognition and significance across various cultures and eras.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bejamin was first seen in the United States in 1960.
Bejamin has ranked as high as #4916 nationally, which occurred in 1986, and has been most popular in California, and Michigan.
In the past 5 years the name Bejamin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Bejamin is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Bejamin was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Bejamin.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 10 | 10 |
| 2017 | 5 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 | 5 |
| 2011 | 7 | 7 |
| 2010 | 6 | 6 |
| 2009 | 6 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 | 6 |
| 2006 | 9 | 9 |
| 2004 | 8 | 8 |
| 2003 | 7 | 7 |
| 1999 | 7 | 7 |
| 1996 | 7 | 7 |
| 1995 | 14 | 14 |
| 1994 | 7 | 7 |
| 1993 | 7 | 7 |
| 1992 | 12 | 12 |
| 1991 | 11 | 11 |
| 1990 | 17 | 17 |
| 1989 | 16 | 16 |
| 1988 | 18 | 18 |
| 1987 | 28 | 28 |
| 1986 | 29 | 29 |
| 1985 | 18 | 18 |
| 1984 | 15 | 15 |
| 1983 | 19 | 19 |
| 1982 | 15 | 15 |
| 1981 | 28 | 28 |
| 1980 | 12 | 12 |
| 1979 | 10 | 10 |
| 1978 | 13 | 13 |
| 1977 | 12 | 12 |
| 1976 | 12 | 12 |
| 1975 | 15 | 15 |
| 1974 | 10 | 10 |
| 1972 | 5 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Bejamin (1994)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |