Bennett
Bennett is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Blessed.
Origin and history
Bennett originated as the medieval English vernacular form of Benedict, derived from the Latin name Benedictus. Historically common as both a given name and a surname, it saw a major resurgence in the United States during the 2010s and 2020s. Today, it offers parents a polished, classic alternative to Benjamin or Benedict.
Popularity in the United States
72,514 babies in the United States have been named Bennett since 1880. It ranks #391 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #68.
States where it is most popular
- CA (7.1 %)
- TX (6.7 %)
- IL (5 %)
- NY (4.5 %)
- MN (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 129 |
| 1890-1900 | 118 |
| 1900-1910 | 153 |
| 1910-1920 | 683 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,009 |
| 1930-1940 | 948 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,137 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,841 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,626 |
| 1970-1980 | 797 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,573 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,020 |
| 2000-2010 | 7,128 |
| 2010-2019 | 24,908 |
| 2020-2029 | 27,444 |
Famous people named Bennett
- Bennett Miller: Director, Producer
- Bennett Cerf: Publisher, Television Personality
Nicknames
Ben, Benny
Fun facts
- Bennett was the prevailing English spoken form of Benedict throughout the Middle Ages before Benedict was re-introduced.
- Although long established in the US, Bennett experienced a significant rise in popularity during the early 21st century.