Nicknames for Benjamin
Benjamin is a boy's name of Hebrew / Biblical origin meaning “Son of my right hand”, and Ben is its natural nickname. Here are 7 nicknames for Benjamin, from classic short forms to pet names, grouped by the feel they give the name.
7 nicknames
Classic · The forms nearly every Benjamin answers to.
Vintage · Older spellings of the same pet names.
Modern · Current forms.
Used on their own in the UK: Ben, Benji.
Quick questions
What is a good nickname for Benjamin?
Popular nicknames for Benjamin include Ben, Benny, Benji, Benjy, Bennie. The forms nearly every Benjamin answers to.
What is Benjamin short for?
Benjamin is the full Hebrew name meaning son of the right hand, and Ben and Benji are short forms of it.
Wondering whether to put the short form on the certificate? Our nickname guide covers when to, and when not to.
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