Ben

Meaning of Ben

It means 'son' or 'son of the right hand.' This often implies a favorite or fortunate child.

Ben has Hebrew roots — browse every Hebrew baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Ben

Ben has cooled off, slipping to #843 in 2025, down from a peak of #527 in 2004.

Notable people named Ben

• Ben Affleck
  Actor, director, producer
• Ben Stiller
  Actor, comedian, filmmaker
• Ben Franklin
  Founding Father, inventor, statesman
• Ben Roethlisberger
  Former NFL quarterback
• Ben Kingsley
  Award-winning actor

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Questions about the name Ben

What does the name Ben mean?

Ben means it means 'son' or 'son of the right hand.' this often implies a favorite or fortunate child, and it comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Ben a boy's or a girl's name?

Ben is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Ben?

In 2025, Ben ranked #843 for boys, down from #802 the year before.

When was Ben most popular?

Ben peaked at #527 in 2004.