NAME PROFILE
Benedict
Benedict is derived from the Latin word 'benedictus,' meaning 'blessed.' The name carries a sense of honor and distinction, often associated with wisdom and a strong moral compass. Individuals named Benedict are often seen as thoughtful leaders who inspire others.
Key Stats
| Total births | 10,475 |
| Gender | Male (55% / 45%) |
| Peak year | 2025 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | Latin, English, Italian |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
⚡ Modern Favorite
Top States
NY — 33%CA — 19%PA — 17%IL — 17%MN — 14%
Notable People
Benedict Cumberbatch (Actor, *Sherlock*) · Benedict Arnold (American Revolutionary War general) · Pope Benedict XVI (Former Pope) · Benedict of Nursia (Christian saint and founder of monasticism in the West) · Benedict Wong (Actor, *Doctor Strange*)
Nicknames & Diminutives
BenBenny
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