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The name Benjamin means "son of the right hand" in Hebrew. It is derived from the name Binyamin which combines the words "ben" (meaning "son of") and "yamin" (meaning "right hand"). Benjamin was the youngest son of Jacob and Rachel in the Bible, and became the ancestor of one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name has been popular among Jews throughout history, and has also been used by Christians and other cultures.Famous people with the name Benjamin include Benjamin Franklin, the American statesman and inventor; Benjamin Disraeli, the British Prime Minister and novelist; and Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli Prime Minister. In addition to its biblical and historical significance, the name Benjamin has come to symbolize qualities such as wisdom, strength, and perseverance.

The name Benjamin is popular in many countries around the world, including the United States, Canada, Israel, Germany, the United Kingdom, Australia, and many others. It is ranked in the top 50 most popular boys' names in the United States, Israel, and Canada.

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