Benjamin is a biblical name that has enjoyed widespread favor for decades, ranking in the US Top 50 for almost half a century and the Top 10 from 2015 until 2023.

Bennett is Ben with a bow tie, kind of a cross between Benjamin and Beckett. It's been trending up on the popularity charts in recent years, and its choice by The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt's Jane Krakowski could shoot it even higher.

This no-nonsense German variation of Charles is strong and sturdy. A top choice throughout the 20th century, Carl is now verging on falling off the charts.

Manly almost to the point of macho.

A lot of attention was drawn to this name when Kim Kardashian and Kanye West announced it as the name of their baby daughter, making it instantly unisex.

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.