Benjamin Belisle

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Benjamin Belisle — son of the right hand
405K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Benjamin Belisle 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 Belisle: Danny Belisle (1937–2022), Canadian ice hockey player and coach Eugene Belisle (1910–1983), American Olympic rower Ève Bélisle (born 1979), Canadian curler and amateur ornithologist Jerome J. Belisle (1932–2022), American businessman and politician Khalid Belisle (born 1981), Belizean politician and mayor of Belmopan Kirk Belisle (died 2003), Belizean stabbing victim Lyndsay Belisle (born 1977), Canadian freestyle wrestler Matt Belisle (born 1980), American baseball pitcher Mitch Belisle (born 1985), American lacrosse player Polin Belisle (born 1966), Olympic marathon runner for Belize and Hon. 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: Belisle

English

Danny Belisle (1937–2022), Canadian ice hockey player and coach Eugene Belisle (1910–1983), American Olympic rower Ève Bélisle (born 1979), Canadian curler and amateur ornithologist Jerome J. Belisle (1932–2022), American businessman and politician Khalid Belisle (born 1981), Belizean politician and mayor of Belmopan Kirk Belisle (died 2003), Belizean stabbing victim Lyndsay Belisle (born 1977), Canadian freestyle wrestler Matt Belisle (born 1980), American baseball pitcher Mitch Belisle (born 1985), American lacrosse player Polin Belisle (born 1966), Olympic marathon runner for Belize and Hon.

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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 Belisle

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 Belisle:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

8
Personality Number

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

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 Belisle?
The surname Belisle originates from English. Danny Belisle (1937–2022), Canadian ice hockey player and coach Eugene Belisle (1910–1983), American Olympic rower Ève Bélisle (born 1979), Canadian curler and amateur ornithologist Jerome J. Belisle (1932–2022), American businessman and politician Khalid Belisle (born 1981), Belizean politician and mayor of Belmopan Kirk Belisle (died 2003), Belizean stabbing victim Lyndsay Belisle (born 1977), Canadian freestyle wrestler Matt Belisle (born 1980), American baseball pitcher Mitch Belisle (born 1985), American lacrosse player Polin Belisle (born 1966), Olympic marathon runner for Belize and Hon.
What are the origins of the name Benjamin Belisle?
The name Benjamin Belisle combines two different traditions: the first name Benjamin has Hebrew roots, while the surname Belisle originates from English.
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