Benjamin Hammons

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Benjamin Hammons — son of the right hand
405K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Benjamin Hammons 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 Hammons: David Hammons (born 1943), American artist David Hammons (Maine politician) (1808–1888), American politician Debbie Hammons (born 1950), American politician E. W. Hammons (1882–1962), American film producer Edden Hammons (1876–1955), American fiddler Foy Hammons (1894–1961), American football player and coach John Tyler Hammons (born 1988), American politician Joseph Hammons (1787–1836), American politician Sophia Hammons (born 2006), American actress 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: Hammons

English

David Hammons (born 1943), American artist David Hammons (Maine politician) (1808–1888), American politician Debbie Hammons (born 1950), American politician E. W. Hammons (1882–1962), American film producer Edden Hammons (1876–1955), American fiddler Foy Hammons (1894–1961), American football player and coach John Tyler Hammons (born 1988), American politician Joseph Hammons (1787–1836), American politician Sophia Hammons (born 2006), American actress

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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 Hammons

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 Hammons:

7
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

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

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Hammons?
The surname Hammons originates from English. David Hammons (born 1943), American artist David Hammons (Maine politician) (1808–1888), American politician Debbie Hammons (born 1950), American politician E. W. Hammons (1882–1962), American film producer Edden Hammons (1876–1955), American fiddler Foy Hammons (1894–1961), American football player and coach John Tyler Hammons (born 1988), American politician Joseph Hammons (1787–1836), American politician Sophia Hammons (born 2006), American actress
What are the origins of the name Benjamin Hammons?
The name Benjamin Hammons combines two different traditions: the first name Benjamin has Hebrew roots, while the surname Hammons originates from English.
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