How popular is the name Benn in 2025?

Benn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Benn most popular?

Benn peaked in 1942, reaching #2712 among US boy names.

Benn will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Benn entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #2712 in 1942, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#2712

peak (1942)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 300 people named Benn are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Benn alive today was born around 1978, making them about 47 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Benn in 2025?: Benn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Benn most popular?: Benn peaked in 1942, reaching #2712 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Benn with classmates?: Benn will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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