Benton vs Boston

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Benton

Boy #1,310 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from the bent grass farmstead"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Boy #628 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Botolph's town, market town"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Benton Rank #1,310

Boston Rank #628

Boston is more popular, ranked #628 vs #1310 for Benton.

Is Benton or Boston more popular?

Boston is more popular, ranked #628 compared to Benton at #1310 in the United States.

What do Benton and Boston mean?

Benton means "from the bent grass farmstead" (Old English origin). Boston means "Botolph's town, market town" (Old English origin).

Are Benton and Boston boy or girl names?

Benton is primarily a boy name. Boston is primarily a boy name.