Bennett
Latin boy's name meaning “blessed”
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- Latin
- Meaning
- blessed
- Syllables
- 2
- Letters
- 7
- US rank (2023)
- #74
- Born in 2023
- 4,420
Meaning & origin
Bennett is a medieval English form of Benedict, from the Latin benedictus, 'blessed'.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Bennett ranked #74 for boys. It has risen about 120 places over the past ten years — a name clearly on the way up.
In 2023, 4,420 US boys were given the name Bennett.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #60 in 2024
“Unranked” means Bennett was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Nicknames
Ben, Benny
Bennett: frequently asked questions
What does the name Bennett mean?
Bennett is a Latin name meaning "blessed". Bennett is a medieval English form of Benedict, from the Latin benedictus, 'blessed'.
Where does the name Bennett come from?
Bennett is of Latin origin. Bennett is a medieval English form of Benedict, from the Latin benedictus, 'blessed'.
Is Bennett a boy or a girl name?
Bennett is most commonly a boy's name.
How many babies are named Bennett?
In 2023, 4,420 US boys were given the name Bennett.
Is Bennett a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Bennett ranked #74 for boys. It has risen about 120 places over the past ten years — a name clearly on the way up.
What are common nicknames for Bennett?
Common nicknames for Bennett include Ben, Benny.