Bentzion Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Bentzion is a Hebrew name meaning 'Son of Zion', reflecting a connection to Jerusalem and Jewish heritage. It has evolved from forms like 'Ben Tzion' and 'Benzion'. The name is significant in biblical contexts and gained popularity with the rise of Jewish nationalism. It is perceived positively today, symbolizing pride in one's Jewish identity.
The name Bentzion is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Bentzion has been too falling for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Bentzion' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9847th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8116th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6302nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4302nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Bentzion' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bentzion"
Pronunciation
/bɛnˈtsiːɒn/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Bentzion derives from the Hebrew elements 'Ben', meaning 'son', and 'Tzion', referring to Zion, a significant biblical and historical symbol representing Jerusalem and the Jewish homeland.
Meaning
Son of Zion
Language Evolution
Ben Tzion, Benzion
Biblical Background
The name is associated with Zion, which has deep religious and historical significance in Jewish tradition.
Historical Usage
Bentzion has been used in Jewish communities and gained popularity particularly during the 19th and 20th centuries as Jewish nationalism and the Zionist movement grew.
Variants & Derivatives
Ben Tzion, Benzion, Benzion
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Bentzion is viewed positively within Jewish communities, often associated with heritage and pride in Jewish identity.
Famous People
Bentzion Netanyahu, an Israeli historian and father of Benjamin Netanyahu, Bentzion Shafran, a noted Jewish scholar
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bentzion"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Bentzion"
"Bentzion" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9847th of 10718 | 7 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8116th of 16616 | 56 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6302nd of 24088 | 185 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4302nd of 23106 | 284 |
Regional Popularity of "Bentzion" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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52.36% 2343rd/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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33.35% 1722nd/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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28.55% 1281st/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Bentzion" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Bentzion"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Bentzion" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.