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Ben vs Mitchell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ben

Boy #802 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"short form of Benjamin: son of the right hand"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew German Dutch American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#802
Total SSA Count
313
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ben Rank #802
Mitchell Rank #906

Ben is more popular, ranked #802 vs #906 for Mitchell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ben or Mitchell more popular?

Ben is more popular, ranked #802 compared to Mitchell at #906 in the United States.

What do Ben and Mitchell mean?

Ben means "short form of Benjamin: son of the right hand" (Hebrew origin). Mitchell means "who is like God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ben and Mitchell boy or girl names?

Ben is primarily a boy name. Mitchell is primarily a boy name.

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