Name comparison · boy names
Benjamin vs. Benson
In 2025, Benjamin leads at #11 among U.S. boys' names, with Benson at #279. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Benjamin | Benson |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Stable | Rising |
| 2025 rank | #11 | #279 |
| Babies in 2025 | 9,762 | 1,214 |
| All-time peak | #6 in 2016 | #279 in 2025 |
| Uniqueness score | 7 / 100 | 33 / 100 |
| Strongest state | Rhode Island (#6) | South Dakota (#50) |