boy name
Bentley
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#215 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Bentley in the US, 1880–2025
Bentley first appears in US records in 1890. It peaked in 2012, when 5,895 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,649.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Bentley a boy or a girl name?
Bentley is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Bentley?
In 2025, Bentley ranked #215 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Bentley most popular?
Bentley was most popular in 2012, when about 5,895 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.