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John vs Bentley

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

John Rank #21
Bentley Rank #201

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is John or Bentley more popular?

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

What do John and Bentley mean?

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

Are John and Bentley boy or girl names?

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

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