Benette Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationbuh-NET / /bəˈnɛt/French; English
Meaning
French: Little blessed one; English: Variant of Bennett
Historical & Cultural Background
Benette is a feminine form of the name Bennett, which has roots in the Latin name Benedictus, meaning 'blessed.' The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in French and English-speaking regions. It has gained popularity as a modern name choice for girls, reflecting a trend towards using traditionally masculine names for females.
Trend Summary
Benette is a relatively uncommon name in the U.S., with a slight increase in usage in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bennett
- Benita
International Variants
- Benita (Spanish)
- Bénédicte (French)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Benette was first seen in the United States in 1943. Benette has ranked as high as #1140 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Benette has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Benette
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1943 | 5 |
1955 | 6 |
1960 | 6 |