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Name Origin

Benjamin is a Hebrew given name meaning 'son of my right hand'. It originates from the Biblical figure Benjamin, one of the twelve sons of Jacob.

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Famous People

Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790)

Polymath, Founding Father of the United States

  • Inventor (bifocals, lightning rod)
  • Writer (Poor Richard's Almanack)
  • Diplomat
  • Scientist
  • Political Activist

Benjamin Netanyahu (1949-)

Politician

  • Longest-serving Prime Minister of Israel

Benjamin Disraeli (1804-1881)

Politician, Author

  • Prime Minister of the United Kingdom twice
  • Known for his literary works such as 'Sybil' and 'Coningsby'

Benjamin Button

Fictional Character

  • Protagonist of F. Scott Fitzgerald's short story 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button'