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Bennie

/BEN-ee/

boy
American
Common
medium

Meaning

Son of the right hand; short for Benjamin or Benedict

At a glance

  • Origin: American
  • Gender: boy
  • Syllables: 2
  • Popularity: Common
  • Baby-safe: Yes

Cultural notes

Bennie is often used as a nickname for Benjamin or Benedict, which have biblical origins. It has been used as a standalone given name, particularly in the 19th and early 20th centuries in American culture.

Vibes

American
English
boy
unisex

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