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Benoit
Pronounced ben-WAH /bɛnˈwɑ/High
Meaning: Benoit (French Benoît) is the French form of Benedict, from Latin benedictus, 'blessed' — literally 'well spoken of'. The name carried through St. Benedict of Nursia, founder of Western monasticism, and has been in steady use in France for centuries.Medium
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History & Origin
Benoît is the French form of Benedict, from Latin benedictus, 'blessed'. Its enduring life in Europe owes much to St. Benedict of Nursia, whose Rule — with its call to prayer, work and moderation — became the foundation of Western monasticism. In France the name has been used continuously for centuries; the final t is silent (said 'ben-WAH').
In the U.S. it appears only very rarely. Rare, elegant, and unmistakably French.
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What does the name Benoit mean?
Benoit means 'blessed'. It is the French form of Benedict, from Latin benedictus, 'well spoken of'.
How do you pronounce Benoit?
It's said ben-WAH /bɛnˈwɑ/ — two syllables, stress on the second; the final t is silent.
Is Benoit a boy or girl name?
Benoit is a boy's name.
How popular is Benoit?
Benoit is very rare in the U.S., though it is long established in France.