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Bently vs Ward

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ward

Boy #3,309 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"guardian, watchman"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,309
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Bently Rank #3,114
Ward Rank #3,309

Bently is more popular, ranked #3114 vs #3309 for Ward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bently or Ward more popular?

Bently is more popular, ranked #3114 compared to Ward at #3309 in the United States.

What do Bently and Ward mean?

Bently means "meadow of bent grass" (Old English origin). Ward means "guardian, watchman" (Old English origin).

Are Bently and Ward boy or girl names?

Bently is primarily a boy name. Ward is primarily a boy name.

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