Bento

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Bento Pronunciation

Bento is pronounced BEN-too /ˈbɛn.tu/Medium

Meaning: Portuguese form of Benedict — from Latin benedictus, 'blessed'Medium

In 30 seconds: Blessed and warm: Bento is the Portuguese Benedict — 'blessed' (philosopher Bento/Baruch Spinoza). Friendly, classic, and bright.

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Origin HighLatin, Portuguese

MeaningPortuguese form of Benedict — from Latin benedictus, 'blessed'

U.S. rank (2024)#4435 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births23 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 139

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Bento is the Portuguese form of Benedict — from Latin benedictus, 'blessed'. A warm, friendly classic across Portugal and Brazil (philosopher Bento Spinoza bore it).

In the U.S. it appears in Portuguese and Brazilian families. Rare, blessed at the root, and warm.

Did you know? Bento is the Portuguese form of Benedict, 'blessed' (from Latin) — philosopher Baruch Spinoza was born Bento; a warm, classic name.

Overall data confidence 80%

Behind the Name — Bento — etymology

Variations

BeneditoBenedictBence

Nicknames

Ben

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If you like Bento…

Benedict— the English form

Benicio— a companion Ben- Latino name

Bennett— another 'blessed' name

Cato— lands in the same popularity range

Fausto— shares Bento's Latin roots

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Bento?

Bento is pronounced BEN-too (/ˈbɛn.tu/). Press play above to hear Bento said aloud.

How do you say Bento?

Bento is said BEN-too (/ˈbɛn.tu/). Press play above to hear Bento said aloud.

What does the name Bento mean?

Bento is the Portuguese Benedict — Latin 'blessed'.

Is Bento a boy or girl name?

Bento is a boy's name.

How popular is Bento?

Bento is a rare name in the U.S.