Bennett

Patronymic

Meaning

Son of Benedict, derived from the Latin name meaning 'blessed'.

Etymology

Derived from the personal name Benedict through the diminutive form Bennet, with the patronymic suffix '-t' or '-tt'. The Latin root 'benedictus' means 'blessed' or 'well-spoken'.

About the Bennett Surname

Bennett emerged as a surname during the medieval period when patronymic naming became standardized. The name has maintained consistent popularity across English-speaking regions.

Distribution

Widespread throughout England and common in English-speaking countries worldwide.

People with the Bennett Surname

C.G. Bennett

HONORABLE

Claude Bennett

D.S. Bennett

Hon.

Floyd Bennett

H.H. Bennett

Ira Bennett

J. Bennett

James Bennett

Director of Prison Industries

Josephine Bennett

Richard Bennett

Prime Minister

Thomas W. Bennett

Hon. Delegate

W.R. Bennett

W.S. Bennett