Bennett
Bennett: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbɛnət/
Meaning and origin of Bennett
- A male given name from Latin transferred back from the surname.
How popular is Bennett?
Since 1880, 2,340 girls and 72,514 boys in the U.S. have been named Bennett (3% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #912 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #40 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #40 for boys, with 6,558 babies given the name.
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Bennett FAQ
What does the name Bennett mean?
A male given name from Latin transferred back from the surname.
What is the origin of the name Bennett?
Bennett is listed as a name of Latin transferred back from the surname origin.
How popular is the name Bennett?
Since 1880, 2,340 girls and 72,514 boys in the U.S. have been named Bennett (3% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #912 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #40 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #40 for boys, with 6,558 babies given the name.
Is Bennett a boy or girl name?
Bennett is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 2,340 girls and 72,514 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.