Spelling Variants
Benito vs Bento: Which Spelling?
Both derive from Latin Benedictus, so Benito and Bento are variants.
Global Rank #732
Benito
Origin: Spanish
The name 'Benito' means "blessed" and derives from the Latin name *Benedictus*.
Global Rank #277
Bento
Origin: Portuguese
The name 'Bento' is a Portuguese and Galician short form of 'Benedito' or 'Benedict', meaning "blessed" from the Latin *benedictus*.
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Bento currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.