Boy
Benton
bent grass settlement
About Benton
Consider Benton as a choice that bridges traditional naming conventions with contemporary appeal. This name demonstrates versatility across various contexts, functioning smoothly in both casual and formal environments. Benton exhibits a solid, grounded quality that suggests reliability and steadfastness—attributes many parents hope to instill in their children. The two-syllable structure provides balance and rhythm, making it pleasant to say repeatedly without becoming tiresome. Parents drawn to Benton often appreciate names that sound established yet aren't overly common, allowing their child some degree of distinctiveness. The name lends itself to the nickname Ben, though it stands perfectly well on its own. Benton possesses a quality that feels both rooted and forward-looking, traditional enough to honor naming heritage while modern enough to feel current and relevant in today's world.
Popularity of the Name Benton
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1880 | #605 |
| 1881 | #536 |
| 1882 | #578 |
| 1883 | #413 |
| 1884 | #435 |
| 1885 | #610 |
| 1886 | #652 |
| 1887 | #423 |
| 1888 | #707 |
| 1889 | #529 |
| 1890 | #513 |
| 1891 | #985 |
| 1892 | #756 |
| 1893 | #920 |
| 1895 | #640 |
| 1896 | #465 |
| 1897 | #947 |
| 1899 | #945 |
| 1900 | #699 |
| 1901 | #508 |
| 1902 | #749 |
| 1903 | #917 |
| 1904 | #887 |
| 1905 | #670 |
| 1907 | #874 |
| 1908 | #687 |
| 1909 | #759 |
| 1910 | #711 |
| 1911 | #647 |
| 1912 | #670 |
| 1913 | #761 |
| 1914 | #668 |
| 1915 | #767 |
| 1916 | #677 |
| 1917 | #687 |
| 1918 | #736 |
| 1919 | #747 |
| 1920 | #653 |
| 1921 | #849 |
| 1922 | #742 |
| 1923 | #737 |
| 1924 | #801 |
| 1925 | #810 |
| 1926 | #679 |
| 1927 | #734 |
| 1928 | #723 |
| 1929 | #752 |
| 1930 | #711 |
| 1931 | #795 |
| 1932 | #843 |
| 1933 | #825 |
| 1934 | #870 |
| 1935 | #804 |
| 1936 | #748 |
| 1937 | #807 |
| 1938 | #835 |
| 1939 | #784 |
| 1940 | #818 |
| 1941 | #798 |
| 1942 | #770 |
| 1943 | #847 |
| 1944 | #741 |
| 1945 | #791 |
| 1946 | #827 |
| 1947 | #888 |
| 1948 | #903 |
| 1949 | #866 |
| 1950 | #904 |
| 1951 | #965 |
| 1952 | #969 |
| 1954 | #951 |
| 1955 | #921 |
| 1957 | #912 |
| 1958 | #892 |
| 1959 | #951 |
| 1960 | #952 |
| 1962 | #907 |
| 1963 | #898 |
| 1964 | #973 |
| 1966 | #939 |
| 1967 | #955 |
| 1968 | #986 |
| 2011 | #937 |
| 2012 | #877 |
| 2013 | #917 |
| 2014 | #947 |
| 2015 | #874 |
| 2016 | #821 |
| 2017 | #912 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Benton
- Benten
- Bentin
- Benteen
- Bentyn
Names Similar to Benton
Nicknames for Benton
- Ben
- Bent
- Benny
- Tony
Famous People Named Benton
| Benton Moss | American baseball player |
| Benton Paul | American singer-songwriter |
| Benton Jennings | American football player |
| Benton Tarrant | American politician |
| Benton Harbor | American musician |
| Benton Reid | American artist |
| Benton Connor | Australian rules footballer |
| Benton Clark | American composer |
| Benton Mitchell | American actor |
| Benton MacKaye | American forester and conservationist |
| Benton Flippen | American old-time fiddler |
| Benton Bainbridge | American video artist |
| Benton Robb | Scottish rugby player |
| Benton White | American musician |
| Benton Hall | American politician |
| Benton Jennings | American football player |
| Benton Wesley | American politician |
| Benton Bray | American artist |
Characters Named Benton
| Benton Quest | Jonny Quest |
| Benton Mitchell | Total Drama |
| Benton Tarantella | Ben 10 - Ultimate Alien |
| Benton Storm | Heroes |
| Benton Gosford | The Tribe |
| Benton Wilkins | CSI - NY |
| Benton Seymour | All My Children |
| Benton Love | Passions |
| Benton Tootle | Gravity Falls |
| Benton Knight | Knight Rider |
| Benton 'Bud' Roberts | JAG |
| Benton Cork | Pensacola - Wings of Gold |
| Benton Courtenay | Mysterious Island |
| Benton Fraser | North of 60 |
| Benton Dreams | The Comeback |
| Benton Blount | Nashville |
| Benton Wesley | CSI - Miami |
| Benton Harbor | The Alan Brady Show |
| Benton Rush | The Final Storm |