Bentlee Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBENT-lee / /ˈbɛntli/English; Modern
Meaning
English: derived from a surname; Modern: variant of Bentley
Historical & Cultural Background
In English tradition, Bentlee is a modern variation of the surname Bentley, which means 'meadow with coarse grass'. The name has gained popularity as a given name in contemporary contexts, reflecting a trend towards unique spellings and modern adaptations of traditional names.
Trend Summary
Bentlee reflects a trend towards modern and unique name spellings.
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Variants
- Bentley
- Bentlee
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bentlee was first seen in the United States in 2007. Bentlee has ranked as high as #944 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in Ohio, Texas, Kentucky, Indiana, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Bentlee has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bentlee (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 12 | |
| TN | 8 | |
| MI | 7 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| OK | 7 | |
| IN | 7 | |
| TX | 7 | |
| KY | 5 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2009 | 30 |
| 2010 | 250 |
| 2011 | 368 |
| 2012 | 446 |
| 2013 | 402 |
| 2014 | 353 |
| 2015 | 319 |
| 2016 | 282 |
| 2017 | 268 |
| 2018 | 246 |
| 2019 | 265 |
| 2020 | 254 |
| 2021 | 196 |
| 2022 | 167 |
| 2023 | 146 |
| 2024 | 108 |