Benjamen
Meaning of Benjamen
Originating from the Hebrew name Binyamin, meaning "son of the right hand," Benjamen is a popular and timeless name for boys. It carries a strong biblical association, as Benjamin was one of the twelve sons of Jacob in the Old Testament. The English pronunciation of Benjamen is commonly pronounced as BEN-juh-min (/ˈbɛn.dʒə.mɪn/). In terms of popularity, Benjamen has seen fluctuation over the years. In recent times, it has ranked within the top 10,000 names for newborn boys in the United States. Parents who choose this name for their baby boy are often drawn to its traditional charm and enduring appeal.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as BEN-juh-min (/ˈbɛn.dʒə.mɪn/)
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Notable People Named Benjamen
| Benjamen Chinn was a renowned American photographer celebrated for his captivating black and white photographs of Chinatown, San Francisco, and Paris in the late 1940s and early 1950s. |
