Boy Name
Benjy
"Son of the right hand; a nickname for Benjamin derived from Hebrew ben (son) and jamin (right hand)."
About the Name Benjy
Meaning
Son of the right hand; a nickname for Benjamin derived from Hebrew ben (son) and jamin (right hand).
Origin
HebrewGender
Boy
First Letter
BBenjy is a boy name of Hebrew origin. The name means "Son of the right hand; a nickname for Benjamin derived from Hebrew ben (son) and jamin (right hand)." and It has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with B or explore other Hebrew names.
Popularity Over Time
#66 1950
#87 1960
#153 1970
-- 1980
-- 1990
#17 2000
#15 2010
#10 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.
Famous People Named Benjy
- BB Benjy Bronk (radio personality)