Holding steady, #3,658 for boys today.
Popularity of Benzion since 1955
Babies named Benzion per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 17 |
| 1960s | 17 |
| 1970s | 104 |
| 1980s | 167 |
| 1990s | 153 |
| 2000s | 195 |
| 2010s | 270 |
| 2020s | 161 |
Meaning & origin
Benzion is a Hebrew name that has seen consistent if modest use in the United States since first recorded in 1955. As of 2025, it ranked 3,658 with 1 in 56,936 newborn boys receiving the name. Its peak popularity occurred in 2024, reflecting a slight uptick in interest. The name has held a stable trajectory in recent decades, with the 2020s showing no signs of a revival but steady usage. While it does not appear in the top ten states for any year, its enduring presence among Jewish families underscores its cultural and religious resonance.
Benzion is a Hebrew name meaning 'son of Zion,' derived from ben (son) and Zion (a hill in Jerusalem, often symbolizing the Jewish homeland). It has been used as a given name among Jewish communities, particularly in Israel and the diaspora, and appears in rabbinic literature. The name carries strong religious and national significance for many Jewish families.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ben, Benny, Zion
Variants: Ben-Zion, Ben Tzion
Sibling names for Benzion
Names that share Benzion's style, for a brother or sister.
