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Benni
Pronounced BEN-ee /ΛbΙn.i/High
Meaning: A short, friendly form of Benjamin ('son of the right hand'), Benedict ('blessed'), or Bernard, common as a stand-alone name in German and Nordic use. Warm and cheerful.Low
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
Benni shortens Benjamin, Benedict, or Bernard, and stands alone as a cheerful given name across German and Nordic use. It reads warm and easygoing - rare in the U.S. (said 'BEN-ee').
In the U.S. it appears rarely, more familiar in Germany and the Nordics. Rare, warm, and friendly.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Benni mean?
Benni is a short form of Benjamin ('son of the right hand'), Benedict ('blessed'), or Bernard.
How do you pronounce Benni?
It's said BEN-ee /ΛbΙn.i/ - two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Benni a boy or girl name?
Benni is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Benni?
Benni is rare in the U.S., more familiar in the Nordics and Germany.