We've got a Benedict and people love the name!  We've even met another one recently.  He's such a great Shakespearean character, as well as a historical figure.  

Theodore, with the nickname Theo or Teddy.  I don't think I'll name this baby that but I'm keeping it in reserve to see if I get up the guts for a later baby boy.

We have a Benedict!  I was afraid to use it too but now I love it!  We call him Ben and people are always surprised and impressed when they find out he's not Benjamin.  It's Catholic but also Shakespearean!!