Benjaminas

son of Benjamin
Lithuanian origin · Boy name
97% boys3% girls
#1898US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile

What does Benjaminas mean and where does it come from?

Benjaminas is a Lithuanian diminutive form of the name Benjamin, which is of Hebrew origin.

Cultural significance
In Lithuania, Benjaminas is used as a traditional male given name, reflecting cultural ties to biblical names.
Peak popularity
Reached #1898 in 2015 — currently #1898 in the US.
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How else can you spell Benjaminas?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Benjaminas?

Benjaminas works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Benjaminas Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Benjaminas John
One syllable · timeless choice
Benjaminas Luke
One syllable · timeless choice
Benjaminas Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Benjaminas Gael
One syllable · timeless choice
Benjaminas Kai
One syllable · vintage charm
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How popular is Benjaminas right now?

Holding steady — currently #1898 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1898 · Top 1.4%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#189810stable
2022#189810stable
2021#189810stable
2020#189810stable
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💎Benjaminas is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Benjaminas?

DUTCH
Ben
ENGLISH
BenBenjBenjiBenjyBennieBenny
GERMAN
Ben
HAWAIIAN
Peni

What are the girl versions of Benjaminas?

Common questions about the name Benjaminas

What does the name Benjaminas mean?
Benjaminas means "son of Benjamin" — a name rooted in Lithuanian tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Benjaminas?
Benjaminas is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Benjaminas?
Benjaminas originates from Lithuanian tradition. Lithuanian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Benjaminas?
Benjaminas pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Hebrew heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Benjaminas more of a girl or boy name?
Benjaminas is primarily used as a boy name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.