Benjaman

Boy name

Benjaman has been given to 2,024 babies in the U.S. since 1880. It peaked in 1977.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

2,024

Peak year

1977 (44 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1880

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Benjaman — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Benjaminboy

829,312 babies since 1880

Benjimanboy

4,307 babies since 1880

Benjamenboy

3,687 babies since 1884

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1,997 babies since 1943

Taurusboy

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Lavarboy

2,086 babies since 1915

Darrisboy

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Dionicioboy

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FAQ

How popular is the name Benjaman?

Benjaman has been given to 2,024 babies in the U.S. since 1880. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Benjaman peak?

Benjaman peaked in 1977, when 44 babies were given the name.

Is Benjaman a girl or boy name?

Benjaman is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Benjaman are boys).

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