Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Bennett.
National Rank (2025)
#40
All-Time Peak Rank
#40 (2025)
Total U.S. Births
72,514
Unisex Distribution96.9% Boy / 3.1% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Male
💡 The Bennett Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Bennett
According to SSA data, Bennett achieved its highest historical rank of #40 in 2025. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2025 with 6,268 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 131.0%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Bennett scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Fast Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+131.0% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record6,268Births in 2025
Years in Top 100
5yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:129
1890s:118
1900s:153
1910s:683
1920s:1,009
1930s:948
1940s:1,137
1950s:1,841
1960s:1,626
1970s:797
1980s:1,573
1990s:3,020
2000s:7,128
2010s:24,908
2020s:27,444
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesBen-nett
Letter Count7 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 54.1% of SSA names. Starts with B, a letter used by only 3.6% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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