| Pronunciation | /ˈbɛnɪt/ |
|---|---|
| Origin | |
| Language(s) | Anglo-Norman, Old French |
| Meaning | "blessed" |
| Region of origin | England |
| Other names | |
| Variant form(s) | Benedict, Benoît, Bénet |
Bennet is an English language surname and, less commonly, a given name. Alternative spellings include Bennett, Benett, Benet and Bennette.
Bennet is an Anglo-Norman English surname with Norman roots, from the medieval personal name Benedict (from the Latin Benedictus, 'blessed'). In the 12th century, it became a common given name throughout Europe due to the popularity of St Benedict (c. 480 – c. 543). The Latin form of the name was found in England, alongside versions derived from the Old French forms Beneit and Benoit, which was common among the Normans.