Benjamen
boy name#9714 in 2025Benjamen entered the US charts in 1884, peaked at #663 in 1884, ranks #9714 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1884–2025
#9714
rank today
#663
peak (1884)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #897 |
| 1890s | #954 |
| 1900s | #1200 |
| 1910s | #2165 |
| 1920s | #2417 |
| 1930s | #2462 |
| 1940s | #2252 |
| 1950s | #2034 |
| 1960s | #2136 |
| 1970s | #1252 |
| 1980s | #1064 |
| 1990s | #1426 |
| 2000s | #2163 |
| 2010s | #4545 |
| 2020s | #9047 |
Living bearers
About 3,100 people named Benjamen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Benjamen alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Benjamen in 2025?
- Benjamen ranks #9714 among US boy names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Benjamen most popular?
- Benjamen peaked in 1884, reaching #663 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Benjamen with classmates?
- Benjamen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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