Benzion Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Benzion is a Hebrew name meaning 'Son of Zion'. It evolved from its biblical roots and has been used primarily in Jewish culture. The name carries traits of heritage and faith, with no direct biblical references. It has gained popularity in the Jewish community, especially in the 20th century, and is associated with notable figures.
The name Benzion is most popular in New York, 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, Benzion 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, 'Benzion' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5506th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3681st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3368th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4588th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3751st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Benzion' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Benzion"
Pronunciation
/bɛnˈziːən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Benzion is derived from Hebrew, where 'Ben' means 'son of' and 'Tzion' refers to Zion, a biblical term symbolizing the land of Israel or Jerusalem.
Meaning
Son of Zion
Language Evolution
Benzion, Ben Zion, Benzion
Historical Usage
Benzion has been used among Jewish communities, particularly in the context of religious and cultural significance, gaining popularity in the early to mid-20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Ben Zion, Benzion
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Benzion is perceived as a traditional name within Jewish communities, often reflecting cultural heritage and religious significance.
Famous People
Benzion Netanyahu, an Israeli historian and father of former Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Benzion"
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 "Benzion"
"Benzion" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5506th of 7552 | 23 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3681st of 10718 | 126 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3368th of 16616 | 261 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4588th of 24088 | 295 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3751st of 23106 | 346 |
Regional Popularity of "Benzion" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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54.94% 1335th/2430 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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29.60% 1031st/3483 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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19.96% 893rd/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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23.70% 1224th/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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23.22% 1042nd/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Benzion" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Benzion"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Benzion" 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.