Boys name · Iowa
Benjamin in Iowa
Benjamin was the 27th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 75 babies named Benjamin that year. Since 1911, Iowa families have named 11,464 babies Benjamin.
Popularity over time
Benjamin in Iowa, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 9 | 72nd |
| 1927 | 7 | 260th |
| 1944 | 15 | 177th |
| 1961 | 20 | 186th |
| 1977 | 316 | 20th |
| 1993 | 233 | 18th |
| 2009 | 141 | 15th |
| 2025 | 75 | 27th |
Its rank among boys names in Iowa climbed from 72nd in 1911 to 27th in 2025.
The most babies named Benjamin in Iowa in a single year was 356, in 1982. Its best showing was 6th among boys names in 2005.
Across the country, Benjamin reached its best rank of #1 in Massachusetts (2012). See Benjamin in every state →
How popular is Benjamin in Iowa?
Benjamin was the 27th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 75 babies named Benjamin that year. Since 1911, Iowa families have named 11,464 babies Benjamin.
How many babies are named Benjamin in Iowa?
In 2025, 75 babies were named Benjamin in Iowa. The most babies named Benjamin in Iowa in a single year was 356, in 1982.
What is the rank of Benjamin in Iowa?
Benjamin ranked 27th among boys names in Iowa in 2025. Its best showing was 6th among boys names in 2005.
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.