Surname · Hebrew origin
Ben-David
Meaning
The surname Ben-David means Son of David.
Origin
Hebrew
Type
patronymic
Variants
1
The origin of the surname Ben-David
Ben-David means “son of David,” using the Hebrew ben, “son of.”
What kind of surname is Ben-David?
Ben-David is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name. It belongs to the Hebrew naming tradition — you can read how Hebrew surnames were formed on our Hebrew last names page.
Variants & spellings of Ben-David
You may also see this surname written as:
- Bendavid
Other Hebrew surnames
Other patronymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Ben-David mean?
The surname Ben-David means Son of David. Ben-David means “son of David,” using the Hebrew ben, “son of.”
Where does the surname Ben-David come from?
Ben-David is a surname of Hebrew origin.
What kind of surname is Ben-David?
Ben-David is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name.
What are other spellings of Ben-David?
Variant spellings of Ben-David include Bendavid.
What are other Hebrew surnames?
Other Hebrew surnames include Abramovich, Adler, Cohen, Friedman, Goldberg, Kaplan.