Ben
pronounced /Be-n/
Short form of Benjamin.
About the name
Ben is a traditional Hebrew boy name meaning 'Short form of Benjamin'.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ben
- What is the meaning of the name Ben?
- Ben means "Short form of Benjamin.". It is a traditional boy name of Hebrew origin.
- What is the Rashi (zodiac sign) for Ben?
- The Rashi (zodiac sign) for Ben is Vrishabha.
- What is the Nakshatra and Pada for Ben?
- The Nakshatra for Ben is Mrigashira.
- How is Ben written in Hindi and Gujarati scripts?
- हिन्दी (Devanagari): बेन · ગુજરાતી (Gujarati): બેન
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