Benedict: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A blessed child spoken of with great praise.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #1060
- Peak
- #447 in 1914
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Benedict Means
Benedict is a boy name of English origin. A blessed child spoken of with great praise.
How Popular Benedict Is
Benedict currently ranks #1060 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #447 in 1914. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Benedict
- Benedict peaked at #447 in the U.S. in 1914.
- Benedict is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It carries royal connotations and regal history.
Names Like Benedict
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Benedict
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Questions About Benedict
What does Benedict mean?
Benedict is a boy name of English origin. A blessed child spoken of with great praise.
How popular is Benedict?
Benedict currently ranks #1060 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #447 in 1914. It has held steady.
Where does Benedict come from?
Benedict comes from English roots. Benedict peaked at #447 in the U.S. in 1914.
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