NAME PROFILE
Bently
Bently is an English name derived from a surname that originated from a place name meaning 'bent grass clearing.' It conveys a sense of strength and resilience, often associated with loyalty and dependability.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,524 |
| Gender | Male (61% / 39%) |
| Peak year | 2011 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 2009 |
| Most recent | 2024 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 23%OH — 21%TX — 21%MO — 19%FL — 16%
Notable People
Bently K. Wiggins (American artist) · Bently D. Smith (American engineer) · Bently F. McCarthy (American author)
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