The nameBenito
Benito is a Spanish and Italian boy's name, a form of Benedict.
- Boy's name
- Latin
Meaning
From the Latin Benedictus, "blessed".
Origin
Latin, through Spanish and Italian.
History
In France it has been given in small numbers since the 1910s.
Popularity of the name Benito
Benito in France
5597thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
1965peak year (20 births)
500babies named Benito in France since 1900
Benito was most popular in France in the 1960s, with 115 births over the decade, 23% of all recorded babies named Benito. Its rise began around 1911, and it peaked in 1965. Half of all babies named Benito in France were born before 1964, so it is mostly a grandparents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Benito mean?
From the Latin Benedictus, "blessed".
What is the origin of the name Benito?
Latin, through Spanish and Italian.
Is Benito a girl's or a boy's name?
Benito is a boy's name.