How Many People Are Named Beni?

Complete statistics for the name Beni: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Beni
Very Rare
Hebrew

Beni is a rare name with origins in Hebrew, meaning 'son of my sorrow.' Only 1 in 1,563,586 Americans share this unique moniker, making it very exclusive. The majority of people named Beni are under 30, indicating its status as a modern, trendy choice.

~305
Living in US
1 in 1,086,719
Americans
2022
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Son of my sorrow
🌐
Origin
Hebrew
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Sensitive Thoughtful Reflective
3
Life Path Number

Life-path number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and joy.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

125,495
Worldwide Bearers
#8,269
Global Rank
🇮🇩 Indonesia
60,467
🇮🇳 India
26,563
🇨🇬 Congo
18,388
🇮🇶 Iraq
3,896
🇨🇩 DR Congo
3,102
🇸🇾 Syria
2,429
🇹🇩 Chad
1,112
🇹🇿 Tanzania
940
🇧🇷 Brazil
876
🇳🇵 Nepal
743

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
144 (68%)
♀ Female
67 (32%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 16
185
Would be under 30 (85%)
12
Would be 30–60 (6%)
20
Would be over 60 (9%)

All 217 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2022

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
68
Classic Feel
7
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Beni Through the Generations

Beni's journey through the generations reveals a recent surge in popularity. With only 217 recorded births since records began, the name peaked in 2022 with 24 births, showing a clear upward trend. Today, 211 individuals carry the name, with 185 of them being under 30 years old, highlighting its appeal among younger parents.

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Beni's Hebrew roots

📄 About the Name Beni

How Many People Have the Name Beni?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 305 people in the United States currently share the name Beni. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,086,719 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Beni a Common or Rare Name?

Beni is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Beni Mean?

Beni means "son of my sorrow" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Beni in SSA data, approximately 68% are male and 32% are female.

When Was Beni Most Popular?

The name Beni reached peak popularity in 2022, with 24 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Beni?

Approximately 305 people named Beni live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 305. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,086,719 Americans.

Is Beni a rare name?

Beni is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,086,719 Americans has this name.

What does the name Beni mean?

Beni means "son of my sorrow" and comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Beni more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 68% of people named Beni are male and 32% are female.

When was Beni most popular?

Beni peaked in 2022 with 24 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US305
All-Time Births305
1 in X1 in 1,086,719
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age16
Peak Year2022
World Rank#8,269
Male %68%
Female %32%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.