Ben is a name that comes from the Hebrew language and means “son.” The name Benjamin, which comes from the Hebrew word Binyamin and means “son of my right hand,” is connected to this concept. Not only is this first name well-established and popular, but it is also a common pet name for sons Benjamin, Benedict, Benson, and Bennett. Ben is a short and endearing moniker that will never fail to serve as a continual reminder of the devotion that you feel for your child.
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Similar Names like Ben
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- Brenna
- Benji
- Bennet
- Bennett
- Obed
- Belle
- Kent
- Boone
- Bear
- Amen
- Brennen
- Belen
- Ren
- Brent
- Ken
- Bane
- Wren
- Penn
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Parents Who Like the Name Ben Also Like:
- Owen
- Jacob
- Ryan
- Isaac
- Liam
- Andrew
- Adam
- Ethan
- Charlie
- Jack
- Leo
- Noah
- Daniel
- James
- Max
- Nathan
- Luke
- Samuel
- Henry
- Caleb
Sibling Name Ideas
Are you trying to find a sibling name for Ben? Great choices include the following:
- James
- Jim
- Shad
- Meera
- Liz
- Brahm
- Noah
- Leia
- Bartlet
- Elias
