Boy · 2246th of 23,106
Bennet
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
2,067
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2023
Peak Popularity Year
87
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Bennet stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Bennet has its roots in Latin, specifically from the name 'Benedictus', meaning 'blessed'. It evolved through Old French before becoming commonly used in English. The name carries positive traits associated with being blessed and has no biblical background. It rose to popularity in the medieval period following the influence of Saint Benedict and continues to be perceived as a classic name in modern times. Variants include Benedict and Benoit, and notable individuals with the name include Bennet Omalu and Bennet Schwartz.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈbɛnɪt/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Bennet is derived from the Latin name 'Benedictus', which means 'blessed'. The name has also been influenced by the Old French form 'Benoit'.
Meaning
blessed
Language Evolution
Benedictus (Latin), Benedict (Old French), Benoit (Old French), Bennet (English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in medieval Europe due to the influence of Saint Benedict, the founder of the Benedictine monastic order, and has remained in use since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Benedict, Benoit, Ben, Bennett
Modern Popularity & Image
Bennet is perceived as a classic and somewhat sophisticated name, often associated with literary references, particularly in works by Jane Austen.
Famous People
Bennet Omalu - Nigerian-American forensic pathologist and neuropathologist, Bennet Schwartz - American mathematician
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 87 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 14 US states, with strongest presence in Minnesota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 6 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 9 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4470th of 7545 | 46 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2935th of 6773 | 123 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2300th of 7552 | 237 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4666th of 10718 | 78 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4084th of 16616 | 196 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2913th of 24088 | 571 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2246th of 23106 | 743 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 24909th of 35406 | 21 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 15328th of 30306 | 52 |