The name Benjamin, of Hebrew origin, translates to 'son of the right hand,' suggesting strength and favor. It was the name given to one of the twelve tribes of Israel in the Old Testament, led by the youngest son of Jacob and Rachel. In Christianity, it is also associated with Saint Benedict, the founder of the Benedictine Order. The name Benjamin has been widely used throughout history, with notable bearers including Benjamin Franklin, one of America's founding fathers.
The name Benjamin experienced a significant peak in popularity between the years 1981 and 1988, with a notable spike in births during these years. This period saw a substantial increase compared to earlier decades, particularly the low point of 5 births in 1914. After this peak, the number of births named Benjamin gradually decreased until around the late 1990s, fluctuating between 5 to 11 births per year from 1989 to 1996. The name's popularity saw a slight resurgence from 2015 onwards, with consistently 5 or 6 births each year since then. Overall, the total number of births named Benjamin over this period is 303.