Benjamin Balogh

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Benjamin Balogh — son of the right hand
405K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Benjamin Balogh is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Benjamin is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. From the Hebrew Binyamin (בִּנְיָמִין), meaning "son of the right hand." Youngest son of Jacob and Rachel. The surname Balogh: Balogh is a Hungarian surname, originating from the Hungarian word bal meaning "left", possibly in reference to left-handedness. It was the surname of a medieval noble house, Balog (genus). Ádám Balogh, one of the most famous kuruc colonels during Rákóczi's War for Independence Béla Balogh, a Hungarian film director Brian Balogh, an American historian Ernő Balogh, a Hungarian-born and -trained classical pianist Fritz Balogh, a German football (soccer) player Gergely Balogh, Hungarian canoeist Kálmán Balogh, a Hungarian cimbalom player László Balogh (painter), Hungarian painter László Balogh (s. Benjamin is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 405K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Benjamin reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Benjamin

Meaning: son of the right hand

Hebrew

From the Hebrew Binyamin (בִּנְיָמִין), meaning "son of the right hand." Youngest son of Jacob and Rachel.

Surname: Balogh

English

Balogh is a Hungarian surname, originating from the Hungarian word bal meaning "left", possibly in reference to left-handedness. It was the surname of a medieval noble house, Balog (genus). Ádám Balogh, one of the most famous kuruc colonels during Rákóczi's War for Independence Béla Balogh, a Hungarian film director Brian Balogh, an American historian Ernő Balogh, a Hungarian-born and -trained classical pianist Fritz Balogh, a German football (soccer) player Gergely Balogh, Hungarian canoeist Kálmán Balogh, a Hungarian cimbalom player László Balogh (painter), Hungarian painter László Balogh (s.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 16%
Australia 8%
Canada 9%
Brazil 10%
Israel 6%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Benjamin Balogh

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 Benjamin Balogh:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

1
Personality Number

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

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 Benjamin?
The first name Benjamin originates from Hebrew. From the Hebrew Binyamin (בִּנְיָמִין), meaning "son of the right hand." Youngest son of Jacob and Rachel.
When was Benjamin most popular?
The name Benjamin reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Balogh?
The surname Balogh originates from English. Balogh is a Hungarian surname, originating from the Hungarian word bal meaning "left", possibly in reference to left-handedness. It was the surname of a medieval noble house, Balog (genus). Ádám Balogh, one of the most famous kuruc colonels during Rákóczi's War for Independence Béla Balogh, a Hungarian film director Brian Balogh, an American historian Ernő Balogh, a Hungarian-born and -trained classical pianist Fritz Balogh, a German football (soccer) player Gergely Balogh, Hungarian canoeist Kálmán Balogh, a Hungarian cimbalom player László Balogh (painter), Hungarian painter László Balogh (s.
What are the origins of the name Benjamin Balogh?
The name Benjamin Balogh combines two different traditions: the first name Benjamin has Hebrew roots, while the surname Balogh originates from English.
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