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Bennett

BEN-it

Popularity

#1060

rising

Letters

7

Syllables

2

Origin

English

Total Births

68,275

Peak Year

#5,329 in 2024

First Recorded

1880

Style

Classic & Timeless, Vintage

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Bennett is an English name derived from the medieval name Benedict, which comes from the Latin 'benedictus,' meaning 'blessed.'

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Bennett Miller

    American film director.

  • Tony Bennett

    American singer.

Nicknames

Spelling Variations

Personality Traits

BlessedKindHonestReliable

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