Bennet
Bennet is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Blessed.
Origin and history
Bennet is an English name derived from the Medieval Latin Benedictus, meaning blessed. Historically used as a surname or a medieval vernacular form of Benedict, it has grown in modern usage as a fresh alternative to Bennett or Benjamin. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare but recognizable given name.
Popularity in the United States
2,095 babies in the United States have been named Bennet since 1880. It ranks #2818 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1475.
States where it is most popular
- CA (25.9 %)
- MN (16 %)
- IL (11 %)
- OH (8.7 %)
- NY (8.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 23 |
| 1920-1930 | 37 |
| 1930-1940 | 82 |
| 1940-1950 | 63 |
| 1950-1960 | 138 |
| 1960-1970 | 109 |
| 1970-1980 | 27 |
| 1980-1990 | 90 |
| 1990-2000 | 190 |
| 2000-2010 | 340 |
| 2010-2019 | 540 |
| 2020-2029 | 456 |
Nicknames
Ben, Benny, Benji
Fun facts
- Bennet was the standard Middle English form of Benedict before the Latinized form was reintroduced later.
- While Bennett with a double 't' is much more common, Bennet with a single 't' offers a streamlined alternative.