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Benelli

♂ Boy

Pronounced beh-NEL-lee /bɛˈnɛl.li/Medium

Meaning: An Italian surname (a diminutive of Bene-/Benedetto names), also a well-known Italian brand (motorcycles, firearms). Used as a modern surname-style given name, which we note honestly.Low

In 30 seconds: An Italian surname turned name: Benelli reads modern and sleek (said 'beh-NEL-lee'). Note the brand tie, which we do honestly.
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Origin LowItalian
MeaningAn Italian surname (a diminutive of Bene-/Benedetto names), also a well-known Italian brand (motorcycles, firearms). Used as a modern surname-style given name, which we note honestly.
U.S. rank (2025)#12284 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 27

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202320212025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Benelli is an Italian surname, likely a diminutive of Benedetto-type names, and a recognizable brand name. As a given name it reads modern and surname-style, which we note honestly - rare in the U.S. (said 'beh-NEL-lee').

It appears only rarely as a given name in the U.S. Rare, sleek, and surname-style.

Did you know? Benelli is an Italian surname - a diminutive of Bene-/Benedetto names - and also a famous Italian brand; as a first name it reads sleek and modern, which we note honestly (said 'beh-NEL-lee').
Overall data confidence 40%
References - Benelli — Italian surname/brand; modern given-name use; noted honestly

Variations

BenellyBenneliBenell

Nicknames

BenNelli

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Benelli mean?

Benelli is an Italian surname (a Bene-/Benedetto diminutive) and a known brand, used as a modern first name, which we note honestly.

How do you pronounce Benelli?

It's said beh-NEL-lee /bɛˈnɛl.li/ - three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Benelli a boy or girl name?

Benelli is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Benelli?

Benelli is a rare name in the U.S.

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