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Benjamin
Son of the right hand
Origin
Hebrew
Used in
enfrdees
Origin and meaning of Benjamin
Benjamin comes from the Hebrew Binyamin, 'son of the right hand' — the favoured, fortunate son; in the Bible he is Jacob's youngest child. The name blends tenderness with a sense of being cherished. It is hugely popular across the English-speaking world, France and Germany, and well established in Spain and Latin America as Benjamín. The Italian form Beniamino is even used fondly to mean 'the favourite'. It sounds soft, warm and dependable.
Variants around the world
How Benjamin sounds in other languages.
BeniaminoBenjamínBinyamin
Famous people
- Benjamin Franklin— statesman
- Benjamin Britten— composer
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Benjamin mean?
The name Benjamin means Son of the right hand.
What is the origin of the name Benjamin?
Origin of Benjamin: Hebrew.
What are the international variants of the name Benjamin?
International variants of Benjamin: Beniamino, Benjamín, and Binyamin.