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Jack Benny

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Given Name
Jack
Surname
Benny

The Name Jack

Origin
Hebrew via Old English
Meaning
God is gracious.
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The Benny Surname

Origin
English, Yiddish
Meaning
Derived from the given name Benny, a diminutive of Benjamin meaning son of the right hand.
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