Benedetta Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationbeh-neh-DEH-tah / bɛ.nɛˈdɛt.taItalian; Latin
Meaning
Italian: blessed; Latin: well spoken
Historical & Cultural Background
Benedetta is the feminine form of Benedetto, which is derived from the Latin 'benedictus', meaning 'blessed'. The name has been used in Italy since the Middle Ages and is often associated with religious connotations. It is also linked to various saints, enhancing its cultural significance in Christian communities.
Trend Summary
Benedetta has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Benedetta
- Benedette
International Variants
- Benedetta (Italian)
- Benedikte (Danish)
- Benedetta (Spanish)
Famous people named Benedetta
Benedetta Bianchi Porro was an Italian mystic known for her deep spirituality and devotion.
Benedetta Cibrario is an Italian author recognized for her contributions to contemporary literature.
Benedetta Rossi is an Italian chef and television personality famous for her cooking shows.
Benedetta Barzini is an Italian model and actress, noted for her work in the fashion industry.
Fictional characters named Benedetta
Benedetta is a character in the novel 'The Betrothed' by Alessandro Manzoni, representing themes of love and sacrifice.
Benedetta is a character in the film 'Benedetta', which explores themes of faith and desire in a convent setting.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Benedetta was first seen in the United States in 1906. Benedetta has ranked as high as #866 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Benedetta has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Benedetta (1948)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1916 | 16 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 14 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1921 | 18 |
| 1922 | 14 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2024 | 7 |