boy · Hebrew
Benjammin
/BE-nja-mmin/
Meaning: Son of the right hand
Benjammin at a glance
- Meaning
- Son of the right hand
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Religion
- Christian
- Gender
- boy
- Pronunciation
- BE-nja-mmin
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity
- uncommon
- Variants & Spellings
- Benjamin, Benjamyn, Benjamini, Benjaminya, Benjaameen, Benjaaminah
Lucky details for Benjammin
- Number
- 1
- Color
- Golden Yellow
- Stone
- Ruby
- Flower
- Sunflower
- Day
- Sunday
- Planet
- Sun
- Zodiac
- Leo
- Metal
- Gold
Benjammin is a Hebrew name meaning “son of the right hand”. It is a spelling variant of Benjamin and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Benjammin for its 3-syllable rhythm and its association with independent, pioneering, naturally in charge. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Benjammin reduce to 1, a number linked with Sun and with people who are confident, original, decisive, protective of family.
Numerology
Chaldean value 1 — Independent, pioneering, naturally in charge.
Personality
Independent, pioneering, naturally in charge
Positive Traits
Confident, original, decisive, protective of family
Negative Traits
Can be stubborn and dislikes being told what to do
Career Suggestions
Entrepreneurship, leadership roles, design, sport
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FAQs about the name Benjammin
What does the name Benjammin mean?
Benjammin means “son of the right hand” and comes from a Hebrew root.
Is Benjammin a boy or girl name?
Benjammin is most often used as a boy name today.
How do you pronounce Benjammin?
Benjammin is pronounced BE-nja-mmin (3 syllables).
What is the lucky number for Benjammin?
The lucky number for Benjammin is 1, ruled by Sun.
What are good nicknames for Benjammin?
Popular short forms include Beni, Benj, Beny, Bey.
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