TheNameDBBen
MasculineMeaning
Son of or right hand.
Etymology
Derived from the Hebrew word 'ben' meaning 'son' and used as both a standalone name and a prefix in Hebrew naming traditions. The name has been adopted as an independent given name in English-speaking countries, often as a short form of Benjamin.
About the Name Ben
Ben is a short, simple masculine name with Hebrew origins that functions both as an independent name and as a diminutive of Benjamin. The name has gained popularity as a standalone given name in modern English-speaking countries.