Benedetto Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Benedetto is an Italian name meaning 'blessed', derived from the Latin 'Benedictus'. It evolved from Latin through Old French into its modern Italian form. The name is associated with positive traits and has no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity due to its association with the Benedictine order and remains a respected name today.
The name Benedetto is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Benedetto has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Benedetto' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2431st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3110th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3523rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3509th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5745th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7746th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9051st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Benedetto' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Benedetto"
Pronunciation
/bɛ.nəˈdɛ.toʊ/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Benedetto is derived from the Latin 'Benedictus', meaning 'blessed'. It is rooted in the Latin word 'benedicere', which means 'to speak well of' or 'to bless'.
Meaning
blessed
Language Evolution
Benedictus (Latin), Benedict (Old French), Benedetto (Italian)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in medieval Europe, particularly after the establishment of the Benedictine monastic order in the 6th century. It has been a common name in Italy and among Italian-speaking populations.
Variants & Derivatives
Benedict, Ben, Benny
Modern Popularity & Image
Benedetto is viewed as a classic and traditional name, often associated with nobility and religious significance. It carries a positive connotation of being blessed.
Famous People
Benedetto Croce, an influential Italian philosopher and politician, Benedetto Marcello, an Italian composer of the Baroque period
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Benedetto"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Benedetto"
"Benedetto" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2431st of 7545 | 181 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3110th of 6773 | 109 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3523rd of 7552 | 99 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3509th of 10718 | 138 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5745th of 16616 | 114 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7746th of 24088 | 136 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9051st of 23106 | 90 |
Regional Popularity of "Benedetto" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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47.21% 651st/1379 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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58.80% 915th/1556 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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48.68% 1183rd/2430 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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39.82% 1387th/3483 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
46.75% 2092nd/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
56.41% 2913th/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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83.98% 3768th/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Benedetto" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Benedetto"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Benedetto" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.