Bennett
BEN-it
Popularity
#1060
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.'
Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Bennett Miller
American film director.
Tony Bennett
American singer.
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