Bentzion

Bentzion is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, typically spelled as 'Ben Zion' or 'Benzion,' meaning 'son of Zion' where Zion refers to Jerusalem or the Jewish homeland. The name carries deep religious and cultural significance in Jewish communities, expressing a connection to the ancestral homeland and Jewish heritage. Bentzion has traditionally been used by Ashkenazi Jewish families and became more prominent with the rise of Zionism in the late 19th century. While uncommon in mainstream Western culture, the name remains meaningful within Jewish communities worldwide as an expression of religious devotion and cultural identity.

Pronounced ben-TSEE-un.

As of October 2026, Bentzion ranked #3859 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2788 in 2024.