Boys name · Rhode Island
Benjamin in Rhode Island
Benjamin was the 6th most popular boys name in Rhode Island in 2025, with 45 babies named Benjamin that year. Since 1912, Rhode Island families have named 3,747 babies Benjamin.
Popularity over time
Benjamin in Rhode Island, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 8 | 54th |
| 1928 | 13 | 72nd |
| 1945 | 8 | 93rd |
| 1962 | 7 | 131st |
| 1978 | 36 | 39th |
| 1994 | 78 | 24th |
| 2009 | 63 | 11th |
| 2025 | 45 | 6th |
Its rank among boys names in Rhode Island climbed from 54th in 1912 to 6th in 2025.
The most babies named Benjamin in Rhode Island in a single year was 85, in 2001. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 2011.
Across the country, Benjamin reached its best rank of #1 in Massachusetts (2012). See Benjamin in every state →
How popular is Benjamin in Rhode Island?
Benjamin was the 6th most popular boys name in Rhode Island in 2025, with 45 babies named Benjamin that year. Since 1912, Rhode Island families have named 3,747 babies Benjamin.
How many babies are named Benjamin in Rhode Island?
In 2025, 45 babies were named Benjamin in Rhode Island. The most babies named Benjamin in Rhode Island in a single year was 85, in 2001.
What is the rank of Benjamin in Rhode Island?
Benjamin ranked 6th among boys names in Rhode Island in 2025. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 2011.
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.