Rising since 2006, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Beniah since 2006
Babies named Beniah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 22 |
| 2010s | 85 |
| 2020s | 54 |
Meaning & origin
Beniah is a rare biblical name that has been in sporadic use since 2006, when it first appeared in U.S. records. Though it never reached high rankings, it saw a modest peak in 2015, and as of 2025 it remains a unique choice. Its rarity is underscored by the fact that only about 1 in 189,786 babies received the name in its latest recorded year. The name's trajectory shows a steady rise since 2006, appealing to parents looking for an uncommon yet grounded name with deep Hebrew roots. Its similarity to the more familiar Benaiah offers a fresh alternative, while still carrying the powerful meaning 'Yahweh has built.'
Beniah is a variant of the biblical name Benaiah, derived from the Hebrew elements 'ben' (son) and 'Yah' (short form of Yahweh), meaning 'Yahweh has built' or 'God has built.' In the Old Testament, Benaiah was a valiant warrior and one of King David's mighty men. The less common form Beniah has seen occasional use in modern times, particularly among families seeking a distinctive biblical name.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ben, Benny
Variants: Benaiah
Sibling names for Beniah
Names that share Beniah's style, for a brother or sister.
