Ben Schiller

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ben Schiller — Arabic
117K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ben Schiller is a name that combines Arabic origins. The first name Ben is a masculine given name of Arabic origin. Ben is a masculine given name. It is often short for Benjamin, Benedict, Bennett, Benson, and Ebenezer. Ben meaning "son of" is also found in Arabic as Ben (dialectal Arabic) or bin (بن), Ibn/ebn (ابن). ) is a Chinese surname. The surname Schiller: Adrian Schiller (born 1964), British actor Berle M. Schiller (1944–2025), American judge Bob Schiller (1918–2017), American screenwriter Bob Schiller (ice hockey) (born 1933), Canadian ice hockey player Charlotte von Schiller (1766–1826), wife of Friedrich Christian Schiller (1895–1976), British Inspector of Schools and promoter of progressive education Eric Schiller (1955–2018), American chess player and linguist Erika Schiller (born 1960), Soviet rhythmic gymnast Fabian Schiller (born 1997), German racing driver Fanny Schiller (1901-1971), Mexican actress F. C. S. Ben is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 117K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Ben reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Ben

Arabic

Ben is a masculine given name. It is often short for Benjamin, Benedict, Bennett, Benson, and Ebenezer. Ben meaning "son of" is also found in Arabic as Ben (dialectal Arabic) or bin (بن), Ibn/ebn (ابن). ) is a Chinese surname.

Surname: Schiller

English

Adrian Schiller (born 1964), British actor Berle M. Schiller (1944–2025), American judge Bob Schiller (1918–2017), American screenwriter Bob Schiller (ice hockey) (born 1933), Canadian ice hockey player Charlotte von Schiller (1766–1826), wife of Friedrich Christian Schiller (1895–1976), British Inspector of Schools and promoter of progressive education Eric Schiller (1955–2018), American chess player and linguist Erika Schiller (born 1960), Soviet rhythmic gymnast Fabian Schiller (born 1997), German racing driver Fanny Schiller (1901-1971), Mexican actress F. C. S.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Ben is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Ben by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Ben Schiller

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Ben Schiller:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Ben?
The first name Ben originates from Arabic. Ben is a masculine given name. It is often short for Benjamin, Benedict, Bennett, Benson, and Ebenezer. Ben meaning "son of" is also found in Arabic as Ben (dialectal Arabic) or bin (بن), Ibn/ebn (ابن). ) is a Chinese surname.
When was Ben most popular?
The name Ben reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Schiller?
The surname Schiller originates from English. Adrian Schiller (born 1964), British actor Berle M. Schiller (1944–2025), American judge Bob Schiller (1918–2017), American screenwriter Bob Schiller (ice hockey) (born 1933), Canadian ice hockey player Charlotte von Schiller (1766–1826), wife of Friedrich Christian Schiller (1895–1976), British Inspector of Schools and promoter of progressive education Eric Schiller (1955–2018), American chess player and linguist Erika Schiller (born 1960), Soviet rhythmic gymnast Fabian Schiller (born 1997), German racing driver Fanny Schiller (1901-1971), Mexican actress F. C. S.
What are the origins of the name Ben Schiller?
The name Ben Schiller combines two different traditions: the first name Ben has Arabic roots, while the surname Schiller originates from English.
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