Benjamin
Benjamin is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, derived from ‘Binyamin’ meaning ‘son of the right hand’ or ‘son of the south’. In the Bible, Benjamin was the youngest son of Jacob and Rachel, representing youth, favor, and good fortune. It’s a classic name that conveys strength and tradition.
Popularity of the name Benjamin in different countries
- Benjamin Extremely popular in the United States, consistently ranking in the top 10 male names for over a decade.
- Benjamin Very common in the United Kingdom and Commonwealth countries like Canada and Australia as a timeless classic.
- Benjamin Popular in Germany and Scandinavian countries as a traditional name with strong biblical heritage.
- Benjamin Widely used in France and French-speaking regions, considered sophisticated and established.
- Binyamin Common in Israel and Jewish communities worldwide, maintaining its original cultural and religious significance.
Variants and similar names to Benjamin
- Benjamín (Spanish)
- Benyamin (Alternative English spelling)
- Binyamin (Original Hebrew)
- Beniamino (Italian)
- Benjamim (Portuguese)
Famous characters named Benjamin
Books
- Benjamin – Animal Farm Old, cynical donkey who is one of the smartest animals on the farm, able to read but choosing not to get involved.
- Benjamin Braddock – The Graduate Recently graduated college student who has an affair with Mrs. Robinson and then falls in love with her daughter.
- Benjamin – The Curious Case of Benjamin Button Man born with the appearance of an old man who lives his life in reverse, getting younger as time passes.
- Benjamin – The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay Comic book artist and writer who creates superhero characters during the Golden Age of comics.
Anime
- Benjamin – Black Butler Additional butler appearing in specific story arcs, showcasing servant competition in British aristocracy.
- Benjamin – One Piece Sailor appearing in filler episodes, representing secondary characters in the vast Marine crew.
- Benjamin – Attack on Titan Scout Regiment soldier who participates in expeditions outside the walls against the Titans.
Movies
- Benjamin Braddock – The Graduate Recently graduated young man played by Dustin Hoffman who has an affair with an older woman and then her daughter.
- Benjamin Button – The Curious Case of Benjamin Button Man born old who ages in reverse, played by Brad Pitt in this adaptation of Fitzgerald's short story.
- Benjamin Gates – National Treasure Treasure hunter and amateur historian who searches for hidden historical treasures across the United States.
TVSeries
- Benjamin Linus – Lost Mysterious and manipulative leader of The Others on the island, whose character evolves from villain to complex redeemed figure.
- Benjamin Sisko – Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Captain of Deep Space Nine space station and Emissary of the Prophets, first African American lead in Star Trek.
- Benjamin Wyatt – Parks and Recreation Accountant and former child mayor who becomes Leslie Knope's love interest and eventually her husband.
Videogames
- Benjamin – Final Fantasy Mystic Quest Playable protagonist who must save the world from destruction while learning to master four elemental crystals.
- Benjamin – Mother 2: EarthBound Original Japanese name of Ness, the protagonist who travels across Eagleland to stop Giygas and save the world.
- Benjamin – The Quarry One of nine camp counselors who must survive the night while being hunted by supernatural creatures and killers.
- Benjamin – Resident Evil 6 Soldier appearing in Leon S. Kennedy's campaign, assisting in the fight against the C-virus outbreak in Tall Oaks.
- Benjamin – XCOM 2 Customizable soldier that players can name and develop throughout the campaign against alien occupation.
