Origin:
Hebrew
Sex:Male
Unisex Name?No
Meaning:Variant of Benaiah: God builds.
Soul Urge:People with the name Benaya have a deep inner need for quiet, and a desire to understand and analyze the world they live in, and to learn the deeper truths.
Expression:People with the name Benaya tend to be creative and excellent at expressing themselves. They are drawn to the arts, and often enjoy life immensely. They are often the center of attention, and enjoy careers that put them in the limelight. They tend to become involved in many different activities, and are sometimes reckless with both their energies and with money.