Benjaman is an alternative spelling of Benjamin, which originates from the Hebrew language and means "son of the right hand." The name has a strong connection to Jewish tradition, as it was borne by several figures in the Bible, most notably one of the 12 sons of Jacob. However, Benjaman has gained popularity beyond its religious roots and is now used globally as a given name for boys. It typically consists of five syllables: "Ben" /ˈbɛn/ as a short form, followed by "-ja-" /ˈdʒa/, "-man" /ˈmæn/. Some notable individuals with this name include Benjaman Butler, an American businessman and philanthropist, and Benjamin "Benjaman" Slough, a professional baseball player.
The name Benjman peaked in popularity during the late 1910s to early 1920s, with a notable spike in births in 1918 (8 births). However, overall, it remained relatively uncommon throughout the period from 1888 to 1931, as evidenced by the total of just 58 births during these years.