Bennett
Bennett is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Blessed.
Origin and history
Bennett originated as a medieval English surname derived from the given name Benedict, which stems from the Latin word meaning 'blessed'. Historically more common as a masculine or family name, it has recently gained traction as a feminine given name in the United States. Its rise follows the modern trend of using classic surnames for girls.
Popularity in the United States
2,340 babies in the United States have been named Bennett since 1880. It ranks #3641 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1193.
States where it is most popular
- TX (18.9 %)
- CA (14.9 %)
- NC (10 %)
- GA (4.8 %)
- TN (4.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 7 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 6 |
| 1950-1960 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 20 |
| 1990-2000 | 93 |
| 2000-2010 | 288 |
| 2010-2019 | 896 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,019 |
Nicknames
Bennie, Benny, Ben
Fun facts
- Bennett was the prevailing English vernacular form of Benedict from the Middle Ages until the Renaissance.
- While historically masculine, Bennett has recently risen in popularity for baby girls in the United States.