Benny: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced BEN-ee · 2 syllables
Danish: A given name borrowed from English; in Scandinavia often associated with Benedict which is traditionally more popular than Benjamin
- Origin
- Norse
- Pronunciation
- BEN-ee
- US rank (2025)
- #840
- US babies a year
- about 364 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1930
- Style
- Vintage, Rising, Classic
How popular is Benny?
Benny was the #840 name in the US in 2025, given to 325 babies. It’s rising: up 81% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1930.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #840 |
| England & Wales | #822 |
| Scotland | #892 |
| Ireland | #318 |
| Canada | #785 |
| Australia | #913 |
How old are people named Benny?
Half of US adults named Benny are older than 67; most are between 28 and 88. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Benny
How do you pronounce Benny?
Benny is pronounced BEN-ee.
How popular is the name Benny?
Benny was the #840 name in the US in 2025, given to 325 babies. It’s rising: up 81% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1930.
How old are people named Benny?
Half of US adults named Benny are older than 67. Most are between 28 and 88.