Benjamin
Benjamin is a Muslim boy name meaning “Son of the right hand; favoured son”.
| Meaning | Son of the right hand; favoured son |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Arabic spelling | بنيامين |
| Pronunciation | BEN-yah-meen |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Benjamin
Benjamin comes from Hebrew Binyamin, 'son of the right hand', the youngest son of the Prophet Yaʿqūb and full brother of the Prophet Yūsuf. Islamic tradition knows him as Bunyāmīn, the brother kept in Egypt in the story of Surah Yusuf, although he is not named in the Quran. Among Bosniaks the name has become popular in recent decades.
Is Benjamin a Muslim name?
Benjamin is a Hebrew name, but it is used by Muslims, especially Bosniaks, because Bunyamin, brother of the Prophet Yusuf, is honoured in Islamic tradition. The Turkish form Bünyamin is also common.
Where is the name Benjamin used?
Popular among Bosniak boys; Bünyamin is the Turkish form.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Benjamin mean?
Benjamin means 'Son of the right hand; favoured son'. It comes from Hebrew.
Is Benjamin a Muslim name?
Benjamin is a Hebrew name, but it is used by Muslims, especially Bosniaks, because Bunyamin, brother of the Prophet Yusuf, is honoured in Islamic tradition. The Turkish form Bünyamin is also common.
How do you write Benjamin in Arabic?
Benjamin is written بنيامين in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Benjamin?
Benjamin is pronounced BEN-yah-meen.