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Benjie

♂ Boy

Pronounced BEN-jee /ˈbɛn.dʒi/High

Meaning: Benjie is an affectionate pet-form of Benjamin, from the Hebrew for 'son of the right hand'. Warm and friendly, it is used here as a given name in its own right.Low

In 30 seconds: A warm nickname-name: Benjie is a cozy form of Benjamin, 'son of the right hand' (said 'BEN-jee'). Friendly and sweet.
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Origin MediumEnglish, Hebrew
MeaningBenjie is an affectionate pet-form of Benjamin, from the Hebrew for 'son of the right hand'. Warm and friendly, it is used here as a given name in its own right.
U.S. rank (2024)#12535 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1962
Total births (all-time)≈ 917

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196219352024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Benjie is a pet-form of Benjamin, from the Hebrew for 'son of the right hand'. Cozy and approachable, it stands here as a given name of its own. A warm, friendly pick (said 'BEN-jee').

As a formal name it appears only rarely for boys in the U.S. Rare, affectionate, and warm.

Did you know? Benjie is an affectionate spin on Benjamin — the Hebrew name meaning 'son of the right hand' — friendly and warm, used here as a name in its own right (said 'BEN-jee').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Benjie — Pet-form of Benjamin; Hebrew 'son of the right hand'

Variations

BenjiBenjyBenjamin

Nicknames

Ben

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Benjie mean?

Benjie is a pet-form of Benjamin, from the Hebrew for 'son of the right hand'.

How do you pronounce Benjie?

It's said BEN-jee /ˈbɛn.dʒi/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Benjie a boy or girl name?

Benjie is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Benjie?

Benjie is a rare formal name for boys in the U.S.

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