boy · Hebrew

Benjamin

/BE-nja-min/

Meaning: Son of the right hand

Benjamin at a glance

Meaning: Son of the right hand
Origin: Hebrew
Religion: Christian
Gender: boy
Pronunciation: BE-nja-min
Syllables: 3
Popularity: classic
Variants & Spellings: Benjaamin, Benjamina, Benjaminie, Benjami, Benjaameen, Benjaaminah

Lucky details for Benjamin

Number: 6
Color: Soft Pink
Stone: Diamond
Flower: Rose
Day: Friday
Planet: Venus
Zodiac: Libra
Metal: Copper

Benjamin is a Hebrew name meaning “son of the right hand”. Parents choose Benjamin for its 3-syllable rhythm and its association with warm, affectionate, family-first. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Benjamin reduce to 6, a number linked with Venus and with people who are nurturing, artistic, creates harmony wherever they go.

Numerology

Chaldean value 6 — Warm, affectionate, family-first.

Personality

Warm, affectionate, family-first

Positive Traits

Nurturing, artistic, creates harmony wherever they go

Negative Traits

Can over-give and forget their own needs

Career Suggestions

Medicine, design, music, education, hospitality

Nicknames

Beni Benj Beny Bey

Middle Names

Bilal Brendaanah Barak

Sibling Names

Abigail Bethano Elishev Rakhelie

Compatible Names

Aaron Benjaamin Daavid Ezrah Jaconie Leviye

FAQs about the name Benjamin

What does the name Benjamin mean?

Benjamin means “son of the right hand” and comes from a Hebrew root.

Is Benjamin a boy or girl name?

Benjamin is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Benjamin?

Benjamin is pronounced BE-nja-min (3 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Benjamin?

The lucky number for Benjamin is 6, ruled by Venus.

What are good nicknames for Benjamin?

Popular short forms include Beni, Benj, Beny, Bey.