Bent
Meaning: Blessed, praised
Origin: Scandinavian/Latin
History: The Scandinavian masculine form of Benedict. Popular in Norway in the mid-20th century.
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| Current rank (2004) | #545 |
| Babies named Bent in 2004 | 4 |
| Total recorded in Norway | 2,269 |
| Peak year | 1969 (109 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #83 |
| Years in records | 1945–2004 (56 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 50 spots |
Frequently asked about Bent
What does the name Bent mean?
Bent means “Blessed, praised” from Scandinavian/Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Bent?
Bent has Scandinavian/Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “Blessed, praised”.
How popular is Bent in Norway?
Bent ranked #545 in Norway in 2004 — given to 4 babies that year.
When was Bent most popular?
Bent peaked in 1969 with 109 babies registered that year in Norway.
Is Bent a boy or girl name?
Bent is predominantly a boys' name in Norway — over 90% of Bents in registered births are male.
Is the name Bent rising or falling in popularity?
Bent has fallen 50 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Norway — from #495 in 1999 to #545 in 2004.
How long has Bent been recorded in Norway?
Bent appears in birth records in Norway across 56 years — from 1945 through 2004.