Benjamin sits comfortably in the UK charts at #61 in 2024 — recognisable but not overwhelming. Your child may occasionally share their name.
Origin & Meaning
Hebrew — Son of the right hand
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UK Rank 2024
#61
US Rank #11
About the Name Benjamin
Benjamin is holding steady in the rankings at #61. It reached its peak of #6 in 2002 and has maintained consistent levels since — the hallmark of a name with lasting rather than trend-driven appeal. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996. It has spent 29 of the last 29 years inside the UK top 100 — a mark of enduring mainstream appeal.
In terms of origin, Benjamin is rooted in Hebrew, where it means "Son of the right hand". Names with strong etymological stories tend to age well — they carry weight beyond fashion cycles.
Benjamin is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.
In the US it ranks even higher at #11, where it enjoys a particularly strong following.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Benjamin
Unlikely. With around 841 UK babies named Benjamin per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Benjamin in his class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.
Benjamin has held a stable position around #61 for several years. It reached its recorded peak of #6 in 2002 and has maintained consistent levels since — suggesting lasting rather than trend-driven appeal.
The name Benjamin has Hebrew origins and means "Son of the right hand". Names with clear etymological roots tend to age well — they carry weight beyond fashion cycles and give children a story to tell about their name.
Notable people named Benjamin include: Benjamin Tahirović — Benjamin Tahirović is a professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Danish Superliga club Brøndby.; Benjamin Netanyahu — Benjamin "Bibi" Netanyahu is an Israeli politician and diplomat who has served as Prime Minister of Israel since 2022.; Benjamin Moser — Benjamin Moser is an American writer and translator..
Yes — Benjamin is very popular in the United States, ranked #11 in 2024. It's a transatlantic favourite used widely on both sides of the Atlantic.
841
UK babies named Benjamin (2024)
~0.0
Expected classmates with this name (class of 28)
~0.4
In a school of 600
↓ 21 places
Rank change (last 5 years)
🏫 Who else is in the room?
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Benjamin
Likely around 1 other Benjamin in the class
UK Popularity (1996–2024)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
US Popularity (2020–2024)
Rank · SSA official data
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