Benten
Pronunciation: [ b-EHT-ihn ]
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Benten first appeared in US Social Security records in 2010.
Over 18 babies have been named Benten in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Benten is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #14,949 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #14,949
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Benten
Benten is a boy name .
Benten is currently ranked #14,949 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Benten include Ben, Bent, Benty, Bentie, Bey, Beie, and Benkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Benten include Bentley, Benton, Bentlee, Bentzion, Bently . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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