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Benajamin

Boy Name #40,580 Most Popular Hidden Gem 9 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Benajamin is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Benajamin often also consider Mohanad, Demitrice, Jaffer .

Popularity Over Time

#40,580
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#40,580
Total SSA Count
5

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Nicknames

Ben Bey Benie Benaie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Benajamin

Is Benajamin a boy or girl name?
Benajamin is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Benajamin?
Benajamin is currently ranked #40580 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Benajamin?
Common nicknames for Benajamin include Ben, Bey, Benie, and Benaie.
Is Benajamin a common or rare name?
Benajamin is an uncommon name, ranked #40580 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Benajamin

Benajamin is a boy name .

Benajamin is currently ranked #40,580 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Benajamin include Ben, Bey, Benie, and Benaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Benajamin include Benaiah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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