Blessed
Benito is the Spanish form of Benedict, derived from the Latin name Benedictus. It signifies one who is blessed or well-spoken of, historically associated with Saint Benedict of Nursia.
Less common today
Benito isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #739 in 1992.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former President of Mexico and national hero
American actor known for The Shield
Puerto Rican rapper and singer known as Bad Bunny
Leading 19th-century Spanish realist novelist
