Boys name · New York
Ben in New York
Ben was the 450th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 38 babies named Ben that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 3,633 babies Ben.
Popularity over time
Ben in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 25 | 98th |
| 1926 | 30 | 249th |
| 1943 | 19 | 308th |
| 1959 | 38 | 344th |
| 1976 | 14 | 584th |
| 1992 | 33 | 432nd |
| 2009 | 45 | 374th |
| 2025 | 38 | 450th |
Its rank among boys names in New York fell from 98th in 1910 to 450th in 2025.
The most babies named Ben in New York in a single year was 76, in 1915. Its best showing was 91st among boys names in 1911.
Across the country, Ben reached its best rank of 16th in New Mexico (1911). See Ben in every state →
How popular is Ben in New York?
Ben was the 450th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 38 babies named Ben that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 3,633 babies Ben.
How many babies are named Ben in New York?
In 2025, 38 babies were named Ben in New York. The most babies named Ben in New York in a single year was 76, in 1915.
What is the rank of Ben in New York?
Ben ranked 450th among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 91st among boys names in 1911.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.