Origin and Meaning of Benhamin
Meaning & Origin
Son of the right hand
Origin: Hebrew - Derived from 'Binyamin' in Hebrew, which combines 'ben' meaning 'son' and 'yamin' meaning 'right hand' or 'right side'.
Interesting Facts
- Benhamin is a variant of the more commonly known name Benjamin, which has biblical origins and is associated with the youngest son of Jacob and Rachel in the Old Testament.
- The name is used primarily in Jewish communities and may also be found among populations of Christian heritage due to its biblical significance.
- Notable bearers of the name Benjamin include Benjamin Franklin, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, and Benhamin Netanyahu, former Prime Minister of Israel.
- The popularity of the name Benjamin has steadily grown, particularly in the United States, where it has ranked in the top 50 names for boys since the 2000s.
- Variants of the name include Benny, Benji, and the feminine form Bena, which have different cultural adaptations and translations.