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Bentley 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

Bentley Rank #201
John Rank #21

John is more popular, ranked #21 vs #201 for Bentley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bentley or John more popular?

John is more popular, ranked #21 compared to Bentley at #201 in the United States.

What do Bentley and John mean?

Bentley means "clearing of coarse grass" (Old English origin). John means "Yahweh is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Bentley and John boy or girl names?

Bentley is primarily a boy name. John is primarily a boy name.

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