Benjamyn, derived from the Hebrew 'Benjamin', signifies 'son of the right hand'. It is a variant spelling of Benjamin and has gained popularity as a unique alternative. In the Bible, Benjamin was one of Jacob's twelve sons and a founder of one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name Benjamyn is composed of two elements: 'Ben' meaning 'son', and '-yam(n)' thought to be derived from the Hebrew word for 'right hand'. This name has been used in literature, such as in 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' by Mark Twain, where Benjamin Franklin Parker is a character. In recent times, Benjamyn has seen increased usage, likely due to its connection with the more traditional Benjamin.
The name Benjamyn experienced a significant rise in popularity from the late 20th century onwards, with a notable increase starting around the year 2000. The highest number of births recorded was in 2007 and 2013, with both years seeing 19 newborns named Benjamyn. Overall, there were 386 babies named Benjamyn between 1978 and 2023.