Surname · Czech origin
Benes
Meaning
The surname Benes means Blessed (from Benedikt).
Origin
Czech
Type
patronymic
Variants
1
The origin of the surname Benes
Beneš comes from Benedikt, “blessed.”
What kind of surname is Benes?
Benes is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name. It belongs to the Czech naming tradition — you can read how Czech surnames were formed on our Czech last names page.
Variants & spellings of Benes
You may also see this surname written as:
- Beneš
Other Czech surnames
Other patronymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Benes mean?
The surname Benes means Blessed (from Benedikt). Beneš comes from Benedikt, “blessed.”
Where does the surname Benes come from?
Benes is a surname of Czech origin.
What kind of surname is Benes?
Benes is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name.
What are other spellings of Benes?
Variant spellings of Benes include Beneš.
What are other Czech surnames?
Other Czech surnames include Cerny, Dvorak, Fiala, Horak, Kral, Kucera.