Benyamin
Benyamin is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Son of the right hand.
Origin and history
Benyamin is a variant spelling of Benjamin, derived from Hebrew roots. It means son of the right hand or son of the south. In the United States, it is a less common but recognized alternative spelling, often chosen for its closeness to original Hebrew or Middle Eastern pronunciations.
Popularity in the United States
769 babies in the United States have been named Benyamin since 1880. It ranks #3907 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1725.
States where it is most popular
- NY (56 %)
- CA (44 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 11 |
| 1980-1990 | 35 |
| 1990-2000 | 77 |
| 2000-2010 | 156 |
| 2010-2019 | 288 |
| 2020-2029 | 202 |
Nicknames
Ben, Benji, Bennie
Fun facts
- Benyamin reflects the phonetics of the original Hebrew name closer than the standard English variant Benjamin.
- The spelling has seen consistent usage in the U.S., particularly among families seeking traditional names with authentic transliterated forms.