Bensen
2025 SSA
About Bensen
Bensen is a masculine name with Germanic roots, likely derived from 'Ben' (son of) combined with 'sen' (son), making it essentially mean 'son of Ben' or 'grandson.' It can also be considered a variant spelling of Benson, which originated as an English surname meaning 'son of Benedict.' The name has a contemporary sound while maintaining traditional roots. While not among the most popular first names, Bensen has seen modest usage in recent years as parents seek distinctive alternatives to more common names like Benjamin or Benson. Its short, strong sound appeals to those looking for a modern yet substantial name for their son.
Pronounced BEN-sun.
As of October 2026, Bensen ranked #5641 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3520 in 2015.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,152 | 24 | 12.5 |
| 2015 | #3,520 | 31 | 16.2 |
| 2016 | #3,533 | 31 | 16.3 |
| 2017 | #4,763 | 20 | 10.8 |
| 2018 | #3,801 | 28 | 15.4 |
| 2019 | #4,121 | 25 | 13.9 |
| 2020 | #4,719 | 20 | 11.6 |
| 2021 | #4,380 | 23 | 13.1 |
| 2022 | #4,724 | 21 | 12 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | #3,605 | 31 | 18 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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