Bentley
Bentley is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Meadow of bent grass or coarse grass.
Origin and history
Bentley is derived from an Old English habitational surname meaning a meadow covered with bent grass. Historically used as a surname and place name, it gained notable popularity as a masculine given name in the United States during the early 21st century. It carries a stylish, modern English feel while maintaining deep historical roots.
Popularity in the United States
60,027 babies in the United States have been named Bentley since 1880. It ranks #450 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #175.
States where it is most popular
- TX (6.4 %)
- OH (5.9 %)
- CA (4.4 %)
- FL (4.2 %)
- TN (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 6 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 83 |
| 1920-1930 | 138 |
| 1930-1940 | 108 |
| 1940-1950 | 139 |
| 1950-1960 | 195 |
| 1960-1970 | 401 |
| 1970-1980 | 189 |
| 1980-1990 | 257 |
| 1990-2000 | 294 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,599 |
| 2010-2019 | 43,956 |
| 2020-2029 | 12,662 |
Famous people named Bentley
- Bentley Mitchum: Actor, Director
Nicknames
Ben, Benny
Fun facts
- The name originates from Old English 'beonet' (bent grass) and 'leah' (clearing or meadow).
- Bentley gained widespread popularity as a modern given name alongside the broader trend of using aristocratic English surnames.