Beni Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBEN-ee / ˈbɛniHebrew; Japanese
Meaning
Hebrew: son of my right hand; Japanese: benevolent
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew tradition, the name Beni is often associated with strength and favor, reflecting its meaning of 'son of my right hand.' In Japan, the name can be derived from characters that convey kindness and benevolence. The name has seen various adaptations across cultures, often used as a diminutive or affectionate form of longer names.
Trend Summary
The name Beni has seen limited popularity in the U.S., often appearing as a diminutive or variant of Benjamin.
Similar Names
Variants
- Benny
- Ben
International Variants
- Beni (Japanese)
- Benoit (French)
- Benedict (Latin)
Famous people named Beni
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Beni was first seen in the United States in 1963. Beni has ranked as high as #1342 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Beni has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Beni
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 10 |