Benedicta name meaning

By Nishant Saini

Updated: May 30th, 2024

Gender: Girl

Origin: Latin

Usage: German, English, Finnish, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian

Pronunciation: pronunciation of Benedicta

b(e)-nedic-ta

Meaning: The Blessed

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What does Benedicta mean?
Variations of Benedicta
How popular is Benedicta?
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Similar Names to Benedicta
Sibling Names for Benedicta
Famous People Named Benedicta
Lists having Benedicta

What does Benedicta mean?

Notably used in Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, German, English and Finnish far-out, Benedicta came from Latin, meaning of Benedicta is "The Blessed" is used for girls. Benedicta is feminine of Benedictus. Benedictus is variation of ever lasting, frequently used and biblical Benedict.

Origin of Queer Benedictus is in Latin language, meaning of Benedictus is "Happy and Blessed".

How do I pronounce Benedicta?

The most common pronunciation of three syllabled Benedicta is b(e)-nedic-ta. ben(e)-di-cta is the different way(s) to pronounce the name.

Variants of Benedicta

Benedictus, Bendite, Bene, Ben, Binnie, Bendiks, Benedict, Benae, Behn, Benny, Benon, Bentley, Benton

Names that rhyme with Benedicta

How popular is the name Benedicta?

Benedicta is an uncommon baby name in United States, its highest ever rank is 3187 (1913) in its 18 years run on United States naming chart. Over 111 babies in United States have been named Benedicta.

In England and Wales, it has been in use since 1998 and achieved its top ranking of 2781 in 2006. It had a short run of 4 years on France girl names chart.

But Benedicta is a popular baby name in Ghana where every 1 in 600 have the name as well as in, Nigeria, Peru, Philippines, Brazil and Bolivia. At least, 140000 people globally have carried Benedicta as their given name according to our estimate.

Year	Rank	Births
2019	15501	5
2018	13764	6
2016	11763	8
2014	14537	6
2013	13138	7
2010	16980	5
2003	15780	5
1997	13722	5
1934	3802	6
1931	4331	5

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Facts

Benedicta in Nordic countries

Countries	Men		Women
Countries	First Name	Secondary Name	First Name	Secondary Name
	0	8	71	346
	0	0	0	26
	0	8	25	99
	0	8	10	17
	0	0	10	0

Here's what numbers has to say about Benedicta

You are courageous but stubborn when convinced you are doing things the right way. Having vowel E as your first one in your name represents your sensitivity. You find motivation in the most unusual places and people. You are a stubborn person who's ready for a change. You are soft as cotton on the inside but hard as candy on the outside. You are the most sensitive person but prefer to keep it secret so you don't give people a chance to take advantage of you.

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Gavino - Unexpected Gavino particulary is used in Italian has origin in Latin and Welsh given to boys, meaning of Gavino is "Of Gabium"

Sibling Names for Benedicta

If you're considering the name "Benedicta" for your little one, you may also be searching for sibling names that complement it well. Look no further - we've compiled a list of both timeless and unique names that pair perfectly with Benedicta. From classic favorites to modern treasures, there's something here for every family to consider.

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Famous people named Benedicta

Benedicta Ajudua, Nigerian sprinter
Benedicta Mendoza, from 1969 crime, drama film Yawar Mallku, who portrayed Paulina.
In 2019, Benedicta Sánchez characterized the role of Benedicta in crime, drama film O que arde.
In 1966, Benedicta Huanca played the role of Sabina in drama flick Ukamau.
In 2016 comedy film, Made in Italy: Ciao Brother, Benedicta Boccoli played Patricia.

Sources

Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004

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