Bentley
BENT-lee
Bentley is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “Bentley is an English surname turned given name, meaning "bent grass clearing" or "from the bent grass meadow."”. It currently ranks #1702 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2012.
What Bentley Means
“Bentley is an English surname turned given name, meaning "bent grass clearing" or "from the bent grass meadow."”
The Story of Bentley
Imagine a name born from the quiet English countryside, a place of rolling hills and hidden clearings, now waiting for your son.
Bentley began as an English surname, derived from place names meaning 'bent grass clearing' or 'from the bent grass meadow.' This name paints a picture of pastoral landscapes and tranquil English villages. Over time, it transitioned from identifying land to naming people, gaining a sophisticated air as it was adopted by families seeking a connection to their heritage.
When you say 'Bentley' aloud, does it feel like the polished gleam of fine leather or the solid presence of something built to last. This name carries an assurance, a sense of confident ambition. It’s the name you’ll write on your son's first report card, a name that feels inherently reliable, suggesting a character that is both grounded and aspirational.
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Numerology
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Famous Namesakes
Wes Bentley
American actor known for American Beauty
Walter Owen Bentley
Founder of Bentley Motors Limited
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#6,143 in 2012
Total Births
61,724
First Recorded
1890
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