Benney
boy nameBenney entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #2872 in 1941, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
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rank today
#2872
peak (1941)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3328 |
| 1920s | #3841 |
| 1930s | #3112 |
| 1940s | #2941 |
| 1950s | #3601 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Benney are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Benney alive today was born around 1937, making them about 88 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Benney in 2025?
- Benney is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Benney most popular?
- Benney peaked in 1941, reaching #2872 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Benney with classmates?
- Benney will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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