Will my child share the name Benji with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 27 UK babies named Benji per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Benji in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Benji becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Benji is rising: up 137 places since 2020, to #1,093 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #958 in 2018.

Is Benji a good choice for a distinctive name?

Benji is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Who are some famous people named Benji?

Notable people named Benji include: Benji (footballer), Benji Waterhouse and Benji Tun.

Is Benji a popular baby name in the United States?

Benji does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Benji is a distinctive choice, ranked #1093 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Benji in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Benji

Benji is climbing rapidly up the charts, having climbed 177 places in just five years. Its best recorded rank was #958 in 2018 — and current momentum suggests it could challenge that mark again. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 1997.

Benji is uncommon in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Benji in their class.

⭐ Famous People Named Benji

Benji (footballer) — Benjamín Rafael Núñez Rodríguez, commonly known as Benji, is a professional footballer who plays as a right-back for Tercera Federación club Ceuta.
Benji Waterhouse — Benjamin Waterhouse is an English consultant psychiatrist, stand-up comedian, and author known for his contributions to mental health care.
Benji Tun — Benji Iván Tun Rosales is a professional Mexican footballer who currently plays for Yalmakán F.C. on loan from Atlante F.C.

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