How Many People Are Named Benny?
Complete statistics for the name Benny: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Benny, a very rare male name, stands out with only 1 in 11,913 Americans bearing it today. That's around 27,701 people in the US, making it quite unique. With most people named Benny over 60, it definitely has an older-generation feel.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, the life-path number 6 represents harmony, balance, and nurturing.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 70All 48,814 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1948Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Slowly rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Benny Through the Generations
Benny peaked in popularity back in 1948 when there were 1,074 births, marking a high point in its history. Today, the name's revival shows a slow but steady rise, with 4,766 under-30s, 8,723 aged 30-60, and 35,325 over 60. This age distribution paints a picture of a classic, old-school name that's gaining traction among younger generations while still being strongly associated with older folks.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Benny's Hebrew roots
📄 About the Name Benny
How Many People Have the Name Benny?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,287 people in the United States currently share the name Benny. That works out to roughly 1 in every 257,536 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Benny a Common or Rare Name?
Benny is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Benny in SSA data, approximately 99% are male and 1% are female.
When Was Benny Most Popular?
The name Benny reached peak popularity in 1948, with 1,074 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Benny?
Approximately 1,287 people named Benny live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,287. That works out to roughly 1 in 257,536 Americans.
Is Benny a rare name?
Benny is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 257,536 Americans has this name.
What does the name Benny mean?
The meaning and origin of Benny are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Benny more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 99% of people named Benny are male and 1% are female.
When was Benny most popular?
Benny peaked in 1948 with 1,074 births that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.