Ben

Meaning & origin

The name Ben comes from Hebrew and means "son of luck". It is a shortened form of the name Benjamin and is commonly given in English-speaking countries. In Germany, Ben has been a popular name since the 1990s and is among the top 10 most given names for boys. Its meaning as "son of luck" is reflected in the popularity of the name, as it is often seen as a good luck charm for the child.

First names similar to Ben

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Famous people with the first name Ben

• Ben&Ben Person
• Ben Affleck Actor
• David Ben-Gurion Writer
• Ben Whishaw Actor
• Ben McKenzie American actor
• Benjamin Netanyahu Politician

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