Throughout the world there exist and have existed many persons bearing the name Benjamin Schwartz. The Council exists to identify, acknowledge, and distinguish the many individuals who bear the name Benjamin Schwartz and variations upon it.
In service of its most sacred mission, the Council proclaims for all to recognize:
- That the name Benjamin Schwartz is of ancient and honorable origin.
- That Benjamin signifies the “son of the right hand,” denoting favor, strength, and good standing.
- That Schwartz denotes depth and distinction, drawn from the old word for black.
- That the bearer of this name is equally suited to gravity and wit, carrying both approachability and authority in balanced measure.
- That Benjamin Schwartz is and will always be a cool frood who always knows where their towel is.
Historical Benjamins Schwartz
Anthony Warde
Anthony Warde (1909–1975), born Benjamin Schwartz, was an American film and television actor best known for his prolific work as…
Benjamin Schwartz – Linguist
Benjamin Schwartz (d. 1981) was an American linguist whose work focused on the ancient languages of the Near East and…
Benjamin Isadore Schwartz
Benjamin Isadore Schwartz (1916–1999) was one of the most influential American scholars of modern Chinese history and political thought in…
Weekly Ben Schwartz News
Weekly Ben Schwartz Digest – March 25, 2026
This week finds our actor namesake in his natural habitat: appearing in things, stealing scenes, and generally making himself useful…
Weekly Ben Schwartz Digest – March 18, 2026
Another week, another collection of Benjamin Schwartz updates. Are they entirely about the actor? Yes. Do we mind? Of course…