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