Benni
Benni is a boy baby name. Ranked #18,868 in the US, popular nicknames include Ben, Bey, and Benie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Benni first appeared in US Social Security records in 2021.
Over 17 babies have been named Benni in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Benni is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #18,868 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #18,868
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Also a Girl Name
Benni is also used as a girl name, ranked #7038.
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About the Name Benni
Benni is a boy name .
Is Benni a boy or girl name? Benni is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #18,868 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #7,038. Benni is more commonly used as a girl name.
Benni is currently ranked #18,868 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Benni include Ben, Bey, and Benie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Benni include Bennett, Benny, Bennet, Bennie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis