Benaiah
boy name#1169 in 2025Benaiah entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #1169 in 2025, ranks #1169 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1976–2025
#1169
rank today
#1169
peak (2025)
176
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5169 |
| 1980s | #5352 |
| 1990s | #5123 |
| 2000s | #4013 |
| 2010s | #1584 |
| 2020s | #1315 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Benaiah has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 2,400 people named Benaiah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Benaiah is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Benaiah in 2025?
- Benaiah ranks #1169 among US boy names in 2025, with 176 babies given the name.
- When was the name Benaiah most popular?
- Benaiah peaked in 2025, reaching #1169 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Benaiah with classmates?
- Benaiah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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