Benson

Meaning of Benson

This name means 'son of Ben'. Ben is often a short form of names like Benjamin or Benedict.

Benson has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Benson

Benson is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #279 in 2025 from #824 in 2010.

Notable people named Benson

• Benson Henderson
  Former UFC lightweight champion
• Benson Boone
  Popular singer-songwriter
• Frank Weston Benson
  Renowned American Impressionist painter
• Benson Stanley
  Former New Zealand rugby player

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Questions about the name Benson

What does the name Benson mean?

Benson means this name means 'son of ben'. ben is often a short form of names like benjamin or benedict, and it comes from English origins.

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

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

How popular is the name Benson?

In 2025, Benson ranked #279 for boys, up from #435 the year before.

When was Benson most popular?

Benson peaked at #279 in 2025.