Bentley
b(e)-nt-ley,
ben-tley
US Popularity:327
Origin:British
Meaning:meadow with coarse grass
Bentley is a gender-neutral name with English origins. Meaning “meadow with coarse grass,” this name emits images of glorious rolling hills and the tranquil English countryside. Often associated with the luxurious car brand, this name is much more than its automobile connection as its meaning clearly shows. Bentley is a fitting name for Anglophile parents or those who love nature!
Famous People Named Bentley
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Bentley Drummelcharacter in Great Expectations
- Bentley GreenYouTube Star
- Dierks BentleySinger
Common Nicknames for Bentley
Nothing is really quite as cute as baby—but the perfect nickname comes close. From the catchy to the cool, the options for Bentley are so sweet you just can’t help but say, “awww!” And we’ve rounded them up for you and your adorable baby below.
How Popular Is The Name Bentley?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Bentley is currently #1203 on The Bump
Boy:Bentley is currently #663 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Bentley is currently #865 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Bentley is currently #327 in U.S. births
Boy:Bentley is currently #189 in U.S. births
Girl:Bentley is currently #1494 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#1494
in 2023
+ 127
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 350
Ancestry, Bentley Family History
Behind the Name, Bentley, June 2019
House of Names, Bentley History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Name Doctor, Bentley
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