Benjamin Suter

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Benjamin Suter — son of the right hand
405K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Benjamin Suter 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 Suter: Alexis P. Suter (born 1963), American singer and songwriter Andrew Burn Suter (1830–1895), New Zealand bishop Andrina Suter (born 1992), Swiss dressage rider August Suter (1887–1965), Swiss sculptor Bob Suter (1957–2014), American ice hockey player Bob Suter (Australian footballer) (1928–2016), Australian footballer Bob Suter (English footballer) (1880–1945), English footballer Brent Suter (born 1989), American baseball player Corinne Suter (born 1994), Swiss Alpine skier Eskil Suter, Swiss motorcycle road racer and chassis constructor Fabienne Suter (born 1985), Swiss Alpine skier Fergus Sute. 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: Suter

English

Alexis P. Suter (born 1963), American singer and songwriter Andrew Burn Suter (1830–1895), New Zealand bishop Andrina Suter (born 1992), Swiss dressage rider August Suter (1887–1965), Swiss sculptor Bob Suter (1957–2014), American ice hockey player Bob Suter (Australian footballer) (1928–2016), Australian footballer Bob Suter (English footballer) (1880–1945), English footballer Brent Suter (born 1989), American baseball player Corinne Suter (born 1994), Swiss Alpine skier Eskil Suter, Swiss motorcycle road racer and chassis constructor Fabienne Suter (born 1985), Swiss Alpine skier Fergus Sute.

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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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Numerology

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

7
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

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

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Suter?
The surname Suter originates from English. Alexis P. Suter (born 1963), American singer and songwriter Andrew Burn Suter (1830–1895), New Zealand bishop Andrina Suter (born 1992), Swiss dressage rider August Suter (1887–1965), Swiss sculptor Bob Suter (1957–2014), American ice hockey player Bob Suter (Australian footballer) (1928–2016), Australian footballer Bob Suter (English footballer) (1880–1945), English footballer Brent Suter (born 1989), American baseball player Corinne Suter (born 1994), Swiss Alpine skier Eskil Suter, Swiss motorcycle road racer and chassis constructor Fabienne Suter (born 1985), Swiss Alpine skier Fergus Sute.
What are the origins of the name Benjamin Suter?
The name Benjamin Suter combines two different traditions: the first name Benjamin has Hebrew roots, while the surname Suter originates from English.
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