Bennett
Pronunciation: BEH-nit (key)
Origin of the name Bennett:
Transferred use of the surname originating as a variant form of Benedict, a name derived from the Latin benedictus (blessed). Var: Bennet. Short: Ben. Pet: Benny.
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A great alternative to Benjamin if you'd prefer something less common and bit snappier and more anglo. Underutilized and the nn "ben" is great.
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Ben, Benny
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Medieval form of Benedict. Has Latin roots. Means "blessed".
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Bennett Cerf, Random House publisher and "What's My Line" panelist
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Global Popularity of the Name Bennett
- #175 in Canada (Alberta)
- #275 in Canada (British Columbia)
- #361 in United States
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