Boy
Benson
son of Ben, son of Benjamin
About Benson
Benson presents an excellent choice for parents seeking something familiar yet not overly common, traditional yet perfectly contemporary. The name has a pleasant, approachable quality that makes it easy for people to remember and pronounce, eliminating many of the complications that come with more unusual selections. There's a friendly, down-to-earth character to Benson that suggests someone reliable and trustworthy, the kind of person others naturally turn to for support and guidance. It works beautifully in professional settings while still feeling warm and personal in casual contexts. The two-syllable structure provides a nice rhythmic flow, and it pairs well with most middle and last names. Benson has seen steady usage over the years without ever becoming so popular that classrooms are filled with multiple boys sharing the name. This stability indicates lasting appeal rather than fleeting trendiness. The name carries a sense of heritage and substance, evoking images of someone grounded, intelligent, and capable. For parents wanting a solid, respectable name that won't feel dated in twenty years, Benson represents an excellent selection.
Popularity of the Name Benson
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1887 | #636 | ||
| 1889 | #679 | ||
| 1892 | #967 | ||
| 1895 | #988 | ||
| 1904 | #973 | ||
| 1908 | #955 | ||
| 1916 | #737 | ||
| 1917 | #934 | ||
| 1948 | #963 | ||
| 1957 | #981 | ||
| 1969 | #959 | ||
| 2010 | #823 | #339 | #634 |
| 2011 | #724 | #683 | |
| 2012 | #590 | #300 | #409 |
| 2013 | #574 | #369 | |
| 2014 | #525 | #395 | #348 |
| 2015 | #472 | #290 | #336 |
| 2016 | #428 | #286 | |
| 2017 | #475 | #314 | |
| 2018 | #468 | #325 | |
| 2019 | #507 | #384 | |
| 2020 | #552 | #364 | |
| 2021 | #582 | #413 | |
| 2022 | #645 | #458 | |
| 2023 | #617 | #482 | |
| 2024 | #436 | #271 | |
| 2025 | #279 | #436 | #229 |
| 1991 | #671 | ||
| 1992 | #905 | ||
| 1993 | #779 | ||
| 1994 | #786 | ||
| 1995 | #807 | ||
| 1996 | #998 | ||
| 1997 | #930 | ||
| 1999 | #894 | ||
| 2000 | #990 | ||
| 2001 | #735 | ||
| 2005 | #877 | ||
| 2006 | #884 | ||
| 2007 | #722 | ||
| 2008 | #841 | ||
| 2009 | #944 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Canada
Variations of Name Benson
- Ben
- Bennett
- Benton
- Bennington
- Bennison
Names Similar to Benson
Nicknames for Benson
- Ben
- Benny
- Son
- Sonny
Famous People Named Benson
| Benson Henderson | American mixed martial artist |
| Benson Idahosa | Nigerian archbishop and evangelist |
| Benson Stanley | New Zealand rugby player |
| Benson Fong | American actor |
| Benson Masya | Kenyan long-distance runner |
| Benson Kipruto | Kenyan long-distance runner |
| Benson Phutego | Botswana footballer |
| Benson Ntswentswe | Botswana footballer |
| Benson Simutowe | Zambian chess grandmaster |
| Benson Taylor | British film director and screenwriter |
| Benson Kitili | Kenyan politician |
| Benson Mayowa | Nigerian-American football player |
| Benson Njenga | Kenyan cricketer |
| Benson Omowafola Johnson | Nigerian engineer |
| Benson Mhlongo | South African footballer |
| Benson Mulitalo | American football player |
| Benson Saulo | Australian public servant |
| Benson Egemonye | Nigerian footballer |
| Benson Capilouto | American academic administrator |
Characters Named Benson
| Benson DuBois | character from the TV series "Soap" and its spin-off "Benson" |
| Benson Payne | character from the TV series "The War at Home" |
| Benson Chou | character from the TV series "Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts" |
| Benson Hedges | character from the movie "Mad Love" |
| Benson Honeydew | Muppet character from "The Muppet Show" |
| Benson Winifred Payne | character from the movie "Beverly Hills Chihuahua" |
| Benson the Butler | character from the movie "Beauty and the Beast" |
| Benson, the Autobot | character from the "Transformers" series |