boy name · English origin
Bennett
/ BEN-it /
Meaning
Bennett means Blessed (English).
Gender
Boy
Origin
English
Pronunciation
BEN-it
Popularity
#40 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Bennett in the US, 1880–2025
Bennett first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2025, when 6,268 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 6,268.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Bennett mean?
Bennett is a medieval English form of Benedict, from the Latin for “blessed.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bennett mean?
Bennett means Blessed. Bennett is a medieval English form of Benedict, from the Latin for “blessed.”
What is the origin of the name Bennett?
Bennett is of English origin.
How do you pronounce Bennett?
Bennett is pronounced “BEN-it.”
Is Bennett a boy or a girl name?
Bennett is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Bennett?
In 2025, Bennett ranked #40 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Bennett most popular?
Bennett was most popular in 2025, when about 6,268 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.