♂ Name Benjamin – son of the south
| Origin: | biblical, Hebrew |
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| Meaning: | child of good fortune, son of the right hand, son of the south |
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Benjamin is a biblical Hebrew name. Its meanings are traditionally given as “child of good fortune,” “son of the right hand,” and “son of the south.”
Where does the name Benjamin come from?
Benjamin is a biblical name of Hebrew origin. Benjamin (originally Binjamin, בִּנְיָמִין) was the youngest son of Jakob.
What does the name Benjamin mean?
Benjamin means “child of good fortune,” “son of the right hand,” and “son of the south.”
Word composition
- Hebrew “ben” (בֵּן) = son
- Hebrew “yamín” (יָמִין) = right hand, south
Pronunciation of Benjamin
Variants
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Based on the frequency of positive ratings, we can analyze how popular names are in different countries. The name Benjamin is currently ranked #115 on the name leaderboard. It is one of the most popular baby names.
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Last updated: 3/30/2026
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