Benzion
Benzion is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Son of Zion.
Origin and history
Benzion is a traditional Hebrew name meaning 'son of Zion'. It is predominantly used within Jewish communities and has maintained a steady, modest presence in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
1,084 babies in the United States have been named Benzion since 1880. It ranks #3603 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1766.
States where it is most popular
- NY (99.4 %)
- NJ (0.58 %)
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 | 17 |
| 1960-1970 | 17 |
| 1970-1980 | 104 |
| 1980-1990 | 167 |
| 1990-2000 | 153 |
| 2000-2010 | 195 |
| 2010-2019 | 270 |
| 2020-2029 | 161 |
Famous people named Benzion
- Benzion Netanyahu: Historian, Academic
Nicknames
Ben, Benny
Fun facts
- The name combines 'Ben' (son) with 'Zion', referencing the historic hill in Jerusalem.
- Over 1,000 boys have been given the name Benzion in the U.S. since 1880.