Updated October 2026
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Hungarian variation of Benjamin, Hebrew
"son of the right hand"
Turkish variation of Faruq, Arabic
"the one who distinguishes between right and wrong"
The form of Faruq most common in Turkey. Ömer Faruk is a popular double-barreled first name for Turkish boys.
Hebrew
"daughter of the right hand"
The kind of feminized male name that never caught on.
Yoruba
"born at the right time"
A stunning and unique West African name for a daughter.
American
"son of the right hand + brother"
A name that appeared in the US stats in the 80s, possibly as respelling of classic Benjamin, inspired by the sounds of Jarmaine. There is a chance that it may simply be the result of a data entry…
Hungarian diminutive of Benjamin and Benedek
"son of the right hand; blessed; little Ben"
An old diminutive of Benjamin and Benedek (the Hungarian form of Benedict), Benke can mean "little Ben" making it a charming and unexpected way to honor a Ben