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BENNIE
FemaleDutch name derived from Benjamin, meaning 'son of the right hand' or 'favored son'.
BENNING
MaleRare English male given name derived from the Anglo-Saxon word "bening," meaning "bright" or "shining." It was often bestowed upon children born during prosperous times, reflecting hope for a radiant future.
BENNINGTON
MaleEnglish given name derived from the surname Bennington, which means 'town on a hill'. It originates from the Norfolk town of Bennington, whose name combines Old English words meaning peak/hill ('benn') and settlement ('tun').
BENNIT
MaleRare Hebrew name meaning "son of" from the Old Testament story of Moses' father-in-law Jethro's daughter Serach who married Bennit.
BENNITA
FemaleHebrew-derived name, meaning "blessed" or "dedicated to God," derived from the Hebrew word 'benediction.'
BENNJAMIN
MaleBenjamin is a Hebrew name meaning 'son of the right hand' or 'favored son', originating from the Bible as one of Jacob's twelve sons.
BENNO
MaleGerman-origin male name derived from the Germanic word "benn," meaning "blessing." It is interpreted as "gift from God" or "blessed.
BENNY
MaleHebrew name meaning 'son of the right hand' or 'blessed', derived from ben (son) and yamin (right hand), with historical popularity in various cultures.
BENNY
FemaleHebrew origin, meaning "blessed" or "son of the right hand," derived from the Hebrew word "ben" meaning "son.
BENNYE
FemaleDistinctive unisex name of Hebrew origin, derived from Benjamin meaning "son of the right hand" or "favorite son," and associated with strength, courage, and intelligence due to its biblical roots.
BENO
MaleRare French male given name derived from the Latin word "benedictus," meaning "blessed." It has historical significance, being associated with Saint Benedict of Nursia, who founded the Benedictine Order.
BENOIT
MaleBenoît is a French male given name derived from the Latin 'benedictus', meaning 'blessed'.
BENSEN
MaleRare Scandinavian name derived from 'bjorn' meaning bear and 'bjornar' meaning son of a bear, symbolizing strength and power.
BENSLEY
MaleUnique English male given name derived from "benesleah," meaning "bent meadow" or "meadow by the bend." It originally served as a surname denoting someone living near such a meadow, evolving into a popular Victorian-era given name with a strong and confident sound.
BENSON
FemaleAnglo-Saxon name derived from 'beosn', meaning 'brown' or 'son of Basil'. It's also connected to the Norman French name Benoît, meaning 'blessed'. Despite its historic roots as a surname since the 11th century, Benson became widely used as a given name in English-speaking countries during the late Middle Ages. Today, it's still considered unique and distinctive, often carried by notable figures like Bernadette Peters and E.F. Benson.
BENSON
MaleEnglish given name with Hebrew roots, meaning 'son of the right hand' or 'favored son', first recorded in England during the 12th century.
BENSYN
MaleRare Hebrew name derived from 'ben' (son) and 'Sinai', signifying 'son of Sinai' and honoring the biblical location where Moses received the Ten Commandments.
BENTE
FemaleBente, of Danish origin, signifies "blessed," derived from Latin Benedictus via Old Norse Benedikta. It was popularized by Queen Bente (1035-1042) and remains so in Scandinavia today.
BENTELY
MaleBentley, of English origin, means 'from the bent grass field' and gained popularity as a boy's name in recent years, partly due to its association with Rolls-Royce's luxury car brand.
BENTEN
MaleJapanese unisex given name derived from "ben" meaning sacred or holy and "ten" meaning heaven, signifying Sacred Heaven. It is associated with Benzaiten, a female deity known for her musical abilities and patronage of arts and creativity.
BENTLEA
FemaleUncommon English name with possible origins in either "beonet," meaning bent grass, or from the estate Bentley, with no specific associated meaning beyond its variants' qualities of strength and adaptability.
BENTLEE
MaleModern American name of uncertain origin, likely inspired by names like Bentley or Kentlee, and gaining popularity despite lacking historical significance or established meaning.
BENTLEE
FemaleAmerican name derived from the English surname Bentley, signifying someone living near a meadow of bent grass.
BENTLEI
MaleUncommon American name with unknown meaning and history, likely created by its founders as a unique invention.
BENTLEI
FemaleBentley is an English unisex name derived from Old English words meaning 'bright' or 'famous', combined with '-leigh', denoting meadow or field. It originated as a medieval surname before becoming popular as a given name in the mid-20th century.
BENTLEIGH
FemaleUncommon English given name derived from Old English words "beon" (to be) and "leah" (woodland clearing), meaning "settlement in a woodland clearing". It originated in Sussex, England, with roots tracing back to Bentilee, first recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086. Traditionally used as a surname, it has gained popularity as a given name since the late 20th century, particularly in Australia and the US.
BENTLEIGH
MaleUncommon English male name derived from 'bentleah', meaning 'meadow by the bend in the river'.
BENTLEY
FemaleEnglish surname turned given name, originating from the Middle Ages as an occupational name or denoting someone from Bentley village in Essex. It translates to "settlement with bent grass," derived from Old English "bent" and "-ley." Today, Bentley is associated with luxury and prestige, largely due to the renowned automobile brand bearing its name.
BENTLEY
MaleEnglish given name that originated from the Old English word "benthalm," meaning "from the bent grass land." It was first used as a surname for landowners in Lincolnshire, before becoming popular as a given name in the 19th century. Today, Bentley is associated with luxury and craftsmanship due to figures like Sir Henry Ralph Bentley, co-founder of Rolls-Royce.
BENTLI
FemaleUnusual given name with unknown origins, often chosen for its aesthetic appeal despite lacking clear historical or cultural significance.
BENTLI
MaleBentley is a rare yet prestigious male given name of English origin, derived from "beonet" and "leah", meaning "meadow of bent grass". It was initially a place-based surname but has evolved into a popular male first name.
BENTLIE
MaleBentley is a distinctive English given name with an occupational origin, derived from the surname meaning "worker at a mill" or "producer of woolen fabrics." It gained popularity as a boy's name in the mid-20th century and has been used by notable individuals such as actor Bentley Mitchum.
BENTLIE
FemaleBentley is an English name of Norman origin, derived from 'bende', meaning 'bend' or 'corner'. It was traditionally given to those living near a river bend or born with a distinctive appearance.
BENTLY
FemaleEnglish name derived from 'bentleah', meaning 'clearing in a valley bend'. It signifies adaptability and flexibility.
BENTLY
MaleEnglish name derived from the Old English word "beorht," meaning "bright" or "famous." It first appeared in English records during the 13th century, and has been associated with notable figures like Walter Owen Bentley, founder of Bentley Motors Limited. Today, Bently remains a rare yet meaningful choice for parents seeking an unusual name.
BENTO
MalePortuguese given name of Latin origin, meaning 'gift' or 'blessing', popularized by Saint Benedict and often associated with good fortune.
BENTON
MaleAmerican given name derived from the English surname for someone living near a river bend, historically associated with strength and nature.
BENTON
FemaleRare American given name derived from the English surname Benton, itself originating from the Old English personal name Beornstan, meaning "bear stone".
BENTURA
FemaleUnique female name of Portuguese origin, derived from 'Bento' meaning 'blessed', with '-ura' indicating the feminine form. It has historical significance, notably borne by Santa Bentura de Jesus, and carries spiritual meaning as it signifies divine favor or grace.
BENTURA
MaleRare Portuguese boy's name meaning 'blessing', historically significant in Portuguese literature, such as the 16th-century Cancioneiro Geral poem.