Bennie

Boy's name

Bennie is a diminutive form of the name Benjamin, which is of Hebrew origin meaning "son of the right hand" or "son of the south."

Meaning Son of the right hand
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 53
Peak year 1929

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Bennie Blades - NFL player, Detroit Lions safety.
  • Bennie Briscoe - Professional boxer, middleweight contender.
  • Bennie Cunningham - NFL player, Pittsburgh Steelers tight end.
  • Bennie Logan - NFL player, Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle.
  • Bennie Oosterbaan - College football player, University of Michigan end.
  • Bennie Thompson - NFL player, Washington Redskins safety.
  • Bennie Wallace - Jazz saxophonist, composer.
  • Bennie Adkins - Medal of Honor recipient, Vietnam War hero.
  • Bennie Maupin - Jazz saxophonist, known for work with Herbie Hancock.
  • Bennie Fowler - NFL player, New York Giants wide receiver.

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