Benito

Boy's name

Benito is a Spanish and Italian name derived from the Latin name Benedictus, meaning "blessed."

Meaning Blessed
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 170 Rising
Peak year 2023

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Benito Juárez - Mexican president, leader of liberal reforms.
  • Benito Martinez - American actor known for "The Shield."
  • Benito Floro - Spanish football manager.
  • Benito Archundia - Mexican football referee.
  • Benito Santiago - Puerto Rican baseball catcher, MLB All-Star.
  • Benito Guerra - Mexican rally driver, WRC competitor.
  • Benito Carbone - Italian footballer, played for Sheffield Wednesday.
  • Benito Tiamzon - Filipino communist leader.
  • Benito Lynch - Argentine writer, known for rural novels.

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