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    Benedict

    BEN-eh-dikt

    Latin
    Boy
    Meaning-based name
    Meaning
    Blessed; Well-spoken of
    Origin
    Latin
    Is it in the Bible?
    No — the name Benedict does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Blessed; Well-spoken of", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Benedict.
    First appears in
    Does not appear in the King James text
    Peak US usage
    1910s (0.013% of births), currently steady
    Spiritual meaning
    Benedict receives the priestly blessing — the LORD's face shining, peace given, earth inherited, the blessed one upon whom God lifts His countenance.
    Verses on this meaning
    • Psalm 37:22

      "For such as be blessed of him shall inherit the earth; and they that be cursed of him shall be cut off."

    • Numbers 6:24-26

      "The LORD bless thee, and keep thee: The LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee: The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace."

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