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Benjamin Schwartz

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Given Name
Benjamin
Surname
Schwartz

The Name Benjamin

Origin
Hebrew
Meaning
Son of the right hand or son of the south.
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The Schwartz Surname

Origin
German
Meaning
A person with black hair or dark complexion.
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