Benjamin

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In the Old Testament, the youngest son of Jacob and Rachel, who died during childbirth. During the Middle Ages, the name was given to sons whose mothers had died giving birth. In the U.S., known for 18th century statesman and inventor, Benjamin Franklin, who signed the Declaration of Independence. A chart topper in Chile. Listed among the top 20 names in Australia, British Columbia, England, New Zealand, and Wales.

Popularity: Ranked #22 in 2010; See More Popularity Rankings
Origin: Hebrew
Gender: Male
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Alternative Spellings: Benjaman +; Benjamen +; Benjamon +; Benjiman +; Benjimin +; Benjimon +; + Add an Alternative
Nicknames: Ben +; Benjy +; Benny +; + Add a Nickname
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Famous Benjamins: Benjamin Bratt (actor); Benjamin Harrison (U.S. president); Benny Goodman (band leader); Benjamin McKenzie (actor); Benjamin Cardozo (US Supreme Court justice); + Add a Famous Benjamin
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