Popularity: 2999
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Son of the right hand; Son of the south
Benji is a boy's name of Hebrew origin. It is a diminutive of Benjamin which means "son of the right hand" or "son of the south." In the Bible, Benjamin was Jacob's youngest son and one of the twelve tribes of Israel. Whether you're celebrating your faith or reviving an old family name, Benji is a cute choice for your little boy. Famous people called Benji include American musician Benji Madden, who is the lead guitarist of Good Charlotte and the husband of actress Cameron Diaz.