Benito Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Benito is a Spanish name derived from the Latin Benedictus, meaning 'blessed'. It evolved through various forms, including Benedictus and Benedicto, before taking its current shape. The name is associated with positive traits and has no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries due to cultural and religious influences.
The name Benito is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Benito has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Benito' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 778th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 634th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 650th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 660th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 746th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1104th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1433rd out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 20558th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Benito' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Benito"
Pronunciation
/bəˈniːtoʊ/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Benito is derived from the Latin name Benedictus, which means 'blessed'. It was popularized in Spain through the influence of Saint Benedict, the founder of monasticism in the Western Christian tradition.
Meaning
blessed
Language Evolution
Benedictus (Latin), Benedicto (Spanish), Benito (Spanish)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Spain and Latin America, particularly during the 19th and 20th centuries, partly due to the veneration of Saint Benedict.
Variants & Derivatives
Benedict, Benito, Ben
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Benito is viewed positively, often associated with cultural heritage and religious significance.
Famous People
Benito Juárez, a prominent Mexican lawyer and politician who served as President of Mexico., Benito Mussolini, the Italian politician and leader of the National Fascist Party.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Benito"
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 "Benito"
"Benito" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 778th of 7545 | 1,176 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 634th of 6773 | 1,704 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 650th of 7552 | 2,506 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 660th of 10718 | 2,485 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 746th of 16616 | 2,690 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1104th of 24088 | 2,412 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1433rd of 23106 | 1,511 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 20558th of 27321 | 16 |
Regional Popularity of "Benito" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
74.33% 1025th/1379 |
21.43% 507th/2366 |
31.96% 365th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
50.84% 791st/1556 |
18.87% 444th/2353 |
25.99% 402nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
44.63% 994th/2227 |
32.72% 795th/2430 |
17.39% 496th/2853 |
19.35% 537th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
30.37% 892nd/2937 |
20.99% 731st/3483 |
15.83% 557th/3518 |
12.64% 511th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
28.58% 1053rd/3685 |
27.75% 1242nd/4475 |
13.02% 676th/5194 |
9.10% 575th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
33.41% 1531st/4582 |
41.44% 2140th/5164 |
13.70% 1002nd/7313 |
9.92% 740th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
48.12% 1917th/3984 |
54.98% 2467th/4487 |
20.55% 1402nd/6822 |
14.88% 934th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Benito" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Benito"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Benito" 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.