Ben: meaning of the Hebrew name
בֵּן
Pronounced BEN
- Boy
- Hebrew
- #55 in Israel, 2024
Meaning of Ben
Ben means son, a word of family, continuity and belonging. One of the oldest words in Hebrew, it makes a short, clear name that expresses a deep family bond.
Ben in Hebrew
Ben is written בן in Hebrew (with vowel points: בֵּן). Hebrew is read from right to left.
- בBet
- נNun
Gematria value: 52 (Bet 2 + Nun 50)
About the name
- GenderBoy
- OriginHebrew
- Meaningson
- PronunciationBEN
- Hebrewבן
- Syllables1
Popularity in Israel
In 2024, Ben ranked #55 among boys' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (315 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #35, in 2015 and 2016.
All years 2014-2024
| Year | Rank | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 55 | 315 |
| 2023 | 53 | 317 |
| 2022 | 54 | 355 |
| 2021 | 48 | 414 |
| 2020 | 50 | 388 |
| 2019 | 43 | 468 |
| 2018 | 43 | 467 |
| 2017 | 45 | 437 |
| 2016 | 35 | 514 |
| 2015 | 35 | 508 |
| 2014 | 38 | 493 |
Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), first names given to Jewish newborns, 2014-2024. Ranks cover the 150 most common names per year.
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Questions about Ben
What does the name Ben mean?
Ben means son, a word of family, continuity and belonging. One of the oldest words in Hebrew, it makes a short, clear name that expresses a deep family bond.
How do you pronounce Ben?
Ben is pronounced BEN in modern Israeli Hebrew. The syllable in capital letters is stressed.
How do you write Ben in Hebrew?
Ben is written בן in Hebrew (with vowel points: בֵּן).
How popular is the name Ben in Israel?
In 2024, Ben ranked #55 among boys' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (315 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #35, in 2015 and 2016. Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics.
What is the gematria of Ben?
In gematria, the Hebrew spelling בן adds up to 52 (Bet 2 + Nun 50).
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