How Many People Are Named Benjamim?

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

Benjamim
Very Rare
Hebrew

Benjamim is a very rare name, with only 84 total births in the U.S. and 83 still living. It's 1 in 3,995,216 Americans, and most bearers are young, with 69 under 30.

~83
Living in US
1 in 3,995,216
Americans
2018
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Son of the right hand
🌐
Origin
Hebrew
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 4
Personality Traits
Loyal Protective Warm-hearted Dependable
4
Life Path Number

The life path number 4 is traditionally associated with stability, hard work, and building solid foundations. People connected to this number tend to be practical, disciplined, and reliable, often serving as the grounded anchor in their relationships and endeavors.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

75,596
Worldwide Bearers
#12,980
Global Rank
🇲🇿 Mozambique
35,999
🇦🇴 Angola
18,760
🇧🇷 Brazil
18,665
🇵🇹 Portugal
1,596
🇨🇻 Cape Verde
193
🇺🇸 United States
91
🇳🇬 Nigeria
81
🇸🇹 São Tomé and Príncipe
31
🇱🇷 Liberia
19
🇹🇼 Taiwan
18

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
83 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 14
69
Would be under 30 (82%)
15
Would be 30–60 (18%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 84 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: 2018

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
52
Classic Feel
7
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

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

📜 Benjamim Through the Generations

Benjamim is a relatively new name in the U.S., peaking in 2018 with 12 births. Despite having only 84 total births, 83 people are still living, indicating a stable trend. The vast majority (82%) are under 30, making it a distinctly modern choice. This stark contrast between its peak year and current living count highlights its recent introduction to American naming trends. The name's rarity and the fact that almost all living bearers are young suggest a name that has gained popularity among younger parents without widespread adoption across generations.

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Benjamim's Hebrew roots

📄 About the Name Benjamim

How Many People Have the Name Benjamim?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 83 people in the United States currently share the name Benjamim. That works out to roughly 1 in every 3,995,216 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Benjamim a Common or Rare Name?

Benjamim 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 Benjamim Mean?

Benjamim means "Son of the right hand" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Benjamim in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Benjamim Most Popular?

The name Benjamim reached peak popularity in 2018, with 12 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Benjamim?

Approximately 83 people named Benjamim live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 84. That works out to roughly 1 in 3,995,216 Americans.

Is Benjamim a rare name?

Benjamim is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 3,995,216 Americans has this name.

What does the name Benjamim mean?

Benjamim means "Son of the right hand" and comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Benjamim more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Benjamim are male and 0% are female.

When was Benjamim most popular?

Benjamim peaked in 2018 with 12 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 US83
All-Time Births84
1 in X1 in 3,995,216
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age14
Peak Year2018
World Rank#12,980
Male %100%
Female %0%

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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.