Name Profile
Ben
"Not available in SSA source data." — Unknown origin
BoyUnknown1 syllableCurrent rank #801 (2024)
About Ben
Ben appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records from 1880 through 2020. In 2024, it ranks #801 among boys, with 313 reported births. Across available SSA years, the name appears 84,203 times.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginUnknown
PronunciationBen
Syllables1
Nicknames for Ben
Ben is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.
Popularity in the U.S.
Ben ranks #801 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 313 births.. Parents often choose Ben for its clear pronunciation and classic style.
Ben had 313 births in 2024.
Middle Name Ideas
- Ben James
- Ben Alexander
- Ben Reid
More Names Like Ben
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ben mean?
Ben means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Unknown roots.
Is Ben a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Yes. Ben ranks #801 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 313 births..
How is Ben pronounced?
A common pronunciation is Ben.