Binyamin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Binyamin is a Hebrew name that translates to 'son of the right hand' and has its roots in biblical tradition, specifically as the youngest son of Jacob and Rachel. Over time, it has evolved through various languages, maintaining its significance and meaning. The name is often associated with traits of strength and loyalty, reflecting its biblical heritage. It continues to be a popular choice among parents today, particularly within Jewish communities.
The name Binyamin 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, Binyamin has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Binyamin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4945th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4057th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2797th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Binyamin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Binyamin"
Pronunciation
/bɪnˈjɑːmɪn/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Binyamin comes from the Hebrew words 'ben' meaning 'son' and 'yamin' meaning 'right hand' or 'south'. Thus, it translates to 'son of the right hand' or 'son of the south'.
Meaning
son of the right hand
Language Evolution
Hebrew: בִּנְיָמִין (Binyamin), Aramaic: בִּנְיָמִין (Binyamin), Greek: Βενιαμίν (Benjamín), Latin: Benjaminus
Biblical Background
The name Binyamin has significant biblical relevance as he is one of the twelve tribes of Israel, being the youngest son of Jacob and Rachel in the Hebrew Bible.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Jewish communities and has remained common throughout history, especially in the context of biblical references. It has seen widespread use in various cultures and languages.
Variants & Derivatives
Benjamin, Benny, Benji
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Binyamin is perceived positively, often associated with strength and loyalty due to its biblical roots. It remains a popular name among Jewish families and is recognized in various cultures.
Famous People
Binyamin Netanyahu, Israeli politician and former Prime Minister, Binyamin Yisrael, Israeli military commander
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Binyamin"
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 "Binyamin"
"Binyamin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4945th of 16616 | 147 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4057th of 24088 | 351 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2797th of 23106 | 529 |
Regional Popularity of "Binyamin" 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) |
- |
39.89% 1785th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
25.87% 1336th/5164 |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
21.40% 960th/4487 |
70.54% 4812th/6822 |
60.40% 3791st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Binyamin" 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 "Binyamin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Binyamin" 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.