Benedetto
Benedetto is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Blessed.
Origin and history
Benedetto is the Italian form of the Latin name Benedictus, meaning 'blessed'. It has a long classical history in Italy and has been used continuously in the United States, particularly within Italian-American communities. Although less common than Benedict or Bennett, it remains a traditional choice.
Popularity in the United States
881 babies in the United States have been named Benedetto since 1880. It ranks #3797 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1864.
States where it is most popular
- NY (91.7 %)
- MI (4 %)
- MA (2.4 %)
- NJ (2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 100 |
| 1920-1930 | 106 |
| 1930-1940 | 61 |
| 1940-1950 | 36 |
| 1950-1960 | 40 |
| 1960-1970 | 93 |
| 1970-1980 | 86 |
| 1980-1990 | 48 |
| 1990-2000 | 97 |
| 2000-2010 | 95 |
| 2010-2019 | 56 |
| 2020-2029 | 63 |
Famous people named Benedetto
- Benedetto Croce: Philosopher, Historian
- Benedetto Marcello: Composer, Lawyer
Nicknames
Ben, Benny, Beno
Fun facts
- Benedetto directly evolves from the Late Latin name Benedictus, which means blessed.
- Benedetto is the native Italian name used for popes named Benedict in Italian church history.