Benito
Benito is a Christian boy name of Latin, via Spanish and Italian origin, meaning “Blessed”.
| Meaning | Blessed |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin, via Spanish and Italian |
| Pronunciation | beh-NEE-toh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Mexico, Spain, Italy, Philippines |
Meaning and origin of Benito
Benito is a Spanish and Italian short form of Benedetto or Benedicto, from the Latin Benedictus, 'blessed'. Saint Benedict of Nursia, founder of Western monasticism, made the name widespread. Benito Juárez, the nineteenth-century Mexican president, is a celebrated bearer; the name is also associated, less happily, with Benito Mussolini, which reduced its use in Italy.
Is Benito a Christian name?
Benito comes from Saint Benedict, patron of Europe, and is a traditional Catholic name in Spanish-speaking countries.
How popular is Benito?
Familiar in Mexico and Spain; uncommon for babies today.
Gifts with the name Benito
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- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Benito
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Benito mean?
Benito means 'Blessed'. It is of Latin, via Spanish and Italian origin.
Is Benito a Christian name?
Benito comes from Saint Benedict, patron of Europe, and is a traditional Catholic name in Spanish-speaking countries.
How do you pronounce Benito?
Benito is pronounced beh-NEE-toh.
Is Benito a boy or girl name?
Benito is usually a boy name.