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Bennett vs John

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

John

Boy #21 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"Yahweh is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish American Christian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21
Total SSA Count
8,047
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Bennett Rank #60
John Rank #21

John is more popular, ranked #21 vs #60 for Bennett.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bennett or John more popular?

John is more popular, ranked #21 compared to Bennett at #60 in the United States.

What do Bennett and John mean?

Bennett means "blessed" (Latin origin). John means "Yahweh is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Bennett and John boy or girl names?

Bennett is primarily a boy name. John is primarily a boy name.

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