How common is the Benne surname?

There are approximately 1,500 people with the surname Benne in the United States.

Are there Benne soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 9 soldiers with the Benne surname appear in Civil War records.

The surname Benne means "Possibly a variant or diminutive form related to the name Benedict or Ben.". It is of German, English origin.

Patronymic

Possibly a variant or diminutive form related to the name Benedict or Ben.

May derive from Germanic personal names or be a variant of Benn with a diminutive suffix. The exact etymology remains unclear.

Benne is an obscure surname found primarily in German and English-speaking regions. Its precise origin and meaning are uncertain.

Estimated 1,500 bearers in the United States #3,210 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in Germany, England, and Scandinavian countries.

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

9 soldiers with the Benne surname found in Civil War records.

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