Benyamin
Benyamin is a Muslim boy name meaning “Son of the right hand”.
| Meaning | Son of the right hand |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Arabic spelling | بنیامین |
| Pronunciation | ben-yah-MEEN |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Benyamin
Benyamin is the Persian form of Benjamin, from Hebrew 'son of the right hand', a sense of favour and strength. In Islamic tradition Binyāmīn is the youngest full brother of the Prophet Yusuf; he appears, though not by name, in Surah Yusuf, where Yusuf keeps him in Egypt. In Iran Benyamin has become popular among Muslim families in recent decades.
Is Benyamin a Muslim name?
Yes. Benyamin is used by Muslim families as the name of the Prophet Yusuf's brother, who features in the Quran's story of Yusuf.
Where is the name Benyamin used?
Popular in Iran; Bünyamin is the Turkish form.
Gifts with the name Benyamin
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Benyamin mean?
Benyamin means 'Son of the right hand'. It comes from Hebrew.
Is Benyamin a Muslim name?
Yes. Benyamin is used by Muslim families as the name of the Prophet Yusuf's brother, who features in the Quran's story of Yusuf.
How do you write Benyamin in Arabic?
Benyamin is written بنیامین in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Benyamin?
Benyamin is pronounced ben-yah-MEEN.