Benjamin Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Benjamin Name at a Glance

Name	Benjamin
Meaning	Right-hand son. Benjamin was the youngest son of Jacob in the Bible. Famous Bearer: Dr. Benjamin Spock.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Benjamin Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Benjamin means “Right-hand son. Benjamin was the youngest son of Jacob in the Bible. Famous Bearer: Dr. Benjamin Spock”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Benjamin Name Origin

Our database records Benjamin under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Benjamin a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Benjamin is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Benjamin

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