Bennett

Taken from Latin, the meaning of Bennett is ‘right-hand son’, which is taken from the Holy Bible. It is a reference to Jesus, with the name also meaning 'blessed one'. It is because of this biblical significance that the name is highly regarded by Christians and it has been chosen as the name for sixteen popes. In the Middle Ages, a Bennett was a flower, recognised by its yellow flowers and long green bracts between its petals. The plant was found in Europe and Asia. The name is also taken from the Latin name Benedictus. The oldest public record of Bennett used as a surname is dated 1208, in County Durham. If you have watched ‘The Vampire Diaries’, the family line of Bennett witches is surely one you will remember. In fiction, The Bennett family famously features in Jane Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice’. It is a name that can be used by both genders and can also be used as a surname.

Gender

Boy

Of course, this is a neutral name.

Meaning

blessed

Origin

English, medieval form of Benedict

Numerology

B is for blossom, a renewal of your spirit.

E is for electric, a sparkling trait!

N is for noble, your regal bearing.

N is for natural, the genuine side of you.

E is for excite, your spirit is catching!

T is for tasteful, the way you communicate.

T is for touching, the way you show you are.

Lucky

Bennett lucky number is 8.

8 is all about abundance. Within numerology, this number is linked to material wealth and financial success. Ambitious and goal-oriented, 8 can effortlessly assume leadership positions through its natural magnetism. 8 applies big-picture thinking to broaden its scope, racing up the top of any ladder to reach extraordinary heights.

Famous People Named Bennett

• Bennett Joseph "Ben" Savage American actor
• Bennett Miller American film director
• Bennett Alfred Cerf American publisher and TV personality
• (William) Bennett Campbell Canadian politician, 24th Premier of Prince Edward Island
• Bennett "Ben" Cohen American co,founder of Ben & Jerry's ice cream

Bennett in Pop Culture

• Bennett character in novel "The One Apart" by author Justine Avery
• Bennett Halverson female character on TV's Dollhouse
• Bennett Bisset is a character in the book "The Playboy Prince" by Nora Roberts