"son of my sorrow (original birth name Ben-Oni)"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Binyomin
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The Story of Binyomin
Binyomin is the Yiddish and Ashkenazi Hebrew pronunciation of the biblical name Benjamin (בִּנְיָמִין). The name is composed of 'ben' (son) and 'yamin' (right hand) or possibly 'yamin' meaning south. In the Bible, Benjamin was the youngest of Jacob's twelve sons, born in Canaan. Jacob's wife Rachel died giving birth to him, and with her last breath she named him Ben-Oni (son of my sorrow), but his father renamed him Benjamin.
Binyomin is the traditional Orthodox and Hasidic Jewish form of Benjamin, passed down through generations as a sacred connection to biblical heritage. While Benjamin is common in secular contexts, Binyomin signals deep Jewish religious identity.
In the Jewish tradition, naming a child Binyomin connects them to the tribe of Benjamin, which included King Saul and the apostle Paul. The name carries immense weight in Orthodox communities where Hebrew and Yiddish names are used in religious contexts.
Historical Record
Binyomin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 1,276 babies have been named Binyomin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Binyomin is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #2,096 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Benjamin is mentioned 151 times in the Hebrew Bible, more than most of Jacob's other sons
- The territory of the tribe of Benjamin included Jerusalem and was one of only two tribes that remained loyal to the House of David after the kingdom split
Binyomin in Other Languages
Greek
Βενιαμίν
Arabic
بنيامين (Binyamin)
Hebrew
בִּנְיָמִין
English
Benjamin
Yiddish
בנימין
Popularity Over Time
#2,096
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Binyomin
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Binyomin Netanyahu
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1949
Longest-serving Prime Minister of Israel, known by his nickname 'Bibi'
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Benjamin (Binyomin)
Religious
Youngest son of the patriarch Jacob in the Hebrew Bible, progenitor of the Tribe of Benjamin
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #2,096
- Total SSA Count
- 71
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish Yiddish Ashkenazi Israeli
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
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Common Nicknames
Benny
Yin
Yomi
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Frequently Asked Questions About Binyomin
What does the name Binyomin mean?
"son of my sorrow (original birth name Ben-Oni)" (from Hebrew). Binyomin is the Yiddish and Ashkenazi Hebrew pronunciation of the biblical name Benjamin (בִּנְיָמִין). The name is composed of 'ben' (son) and 'yamin' (right hand) or possibly 'yamin' meaning south. In the Bible, Benjamin was the youngest of Jacob's twelve sons, born in Canaan. Jacob's wife Rachel died giving birth to him, and with her last breath she named him Ben-Oni (son of my sorrow), but his father renamed him Benjamin.
What is the origin of the name Binyomin?
Binyomin has Hebrew, Jewish, Yiddish, Ashkenazi, and Israeli origins. In Hebrew, it means "son of my sorrow (original birth name Ben-Oni)".
Is Binyomin a boy or girl name?
Binyomin is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Binyomin?
Binyomin is currently ranked #2096 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Binyomin?
Common nicknames for Binyomin include Benny, Yin, and Yomi.
What are good middle names for Binyomin?
Popular middle name pairings include Binyomin Moshe, Binyomin Dovid, Binyomin Yitzchak, Binyomin Avraham, Binyomin Eliezer, and Binyomin Noach.
What are good sibling names for Binyomin?
Names that pair well with Binyomin as siblings include Shlomo, Yitzchak, Rivka, Leah, Chaya, and Dina.
How many syllables does Binyomin have?
Binyomin has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Binyomin a common or rare name?
Binyomin is an uncommon name, ranked #2096 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Binyomin?
Related spellings include Binyamin.
About the Name Binyomin
Binyomin is a boy name with Jewish, Yiddish, Ashkenazi, and Israeli origins . The name means "son of my sorrow (original birth name Ben-Oni)" in Hebrew .
Binyomin is currently ranked #2,096 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Binyomin has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Binyomin include Benny, Yin, and Yomi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Binyomin include Binyamin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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