What is the origin of the name Bennington?

The name Bennington has Old English, English, British, and American origins.

Is Bennington a boy or girl name?

Bennington is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce the name Bennington?

Bennington is pronounced b-EHN-ihngt-uhn.

How popular is the name Bennington?

Bennington is ranked #10944 in popularity for boy names.

What are common nicknames for Bennington?

Common nicknames for Bennington include Ben, Bey, Benie, and Bennie.

Bennington

Boy #10944 most popular

English British American

Meanings & Origins

"Settlement of Beonna; from Benna village"

Origin: Old English Language: Old English

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Origin & Etymology

Bennington is an English place name and surname meaning Benna village or settlement of Beonna, from the Old English personal name Beonna and tun (settlement, estate). As a given name it follows the aristocratic surname-as-first-name tradition common in American naming.