Benedict
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Benedict is a boy name of Latin origin meaning "blessed".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Latin
Religion
Christian
Popularity
4 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
8 letters
Meaning
blessed
Etymology
From Latin Benedictus, composed of bene ‘well’ and dictus ‘said’, originally meaning ‘well spoken’ and later ‘blessed’.
Famous People Named Benedict
- Benedict XVI — 265 th pope of the Catholic Church (2005–2013)
- Benedict of Nursia — founder of Christian monasticism, founder of the Benedictine order (480–547)
- Benedict XIV — pope of the Catholic Church from 1740 to 1758
- Benedict Cumberbatch — English actor (born 1976)
- Benedict XIII — pope of the Catholic Church from 1724 to 1730
Frequently Asked Questions About Benedict
What does the name Benedict mean?
Benedict means "blessed", and is of Latin origin.
What is the origin of the name Benedict?
Benedict originates from Latin, commonly used in Europe.
Is Benedict a boy or girl name?
Benedict is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Benedict associated with?
Benedict is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Benedict?
Yes — notable people named Benedict include Benedict XVI (265 th pope of the Catholic Church, 2005–2013), Benedict of Nursia (founder of Christian monasticism, 480–547), Benedict XIV (pope of the Catholic Church from 1740 to 1758), Benedict Cumberbatch (English actor, born 1976) and Benedict XIII (pope of the Catholic Church from 1724 to 1730).
Last updated: June 2026