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BenedettoChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Blessed

Pronunciation: ben-eh-DET-toh

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Name
Benedetto
Meaning
Blessed
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
ben-eh-DET-toh
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Tuesday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Benedetto mean?

Benedetto is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Blessed". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: ben-eh-DET-toh. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Βενεδτου

βενο τε ελεοσ καλουλισ τοι επό βετε

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

ben-eh-DET-toh

IPA

/benɛdɛttoʊ/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Benedetto is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Blessed. Category: Saint.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Tuesday

Lucky Colors

GoldPurple

Lucky Stone

Amethyst

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: Nurturing and caring individuals.

Personality

Personality Traits

CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbol of God's blessings and divine favor.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Benedetto is popular in various Christian communities, particularly in Italy where it is a common given name.
In Christianity, the name Benedetto means being fortunate enough to receive God's blessings and favor in one's life.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Benedetto is a name of Latin origin, derived from the word 'benedicere', meaning 'to bless'. The name Benedetto carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Middle Ages

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Pope Benedict XVIBenedict Cumberbatch

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Benedetto

meaning 'blessed' or 'happy', derived from Latin Benedictus

🇮🇱Hebrew

בבאודוה

וויתב בבאודוה העתי ורבג

🇬🇷Greek

Βενεδτου

βενο τε ελεοσ καλουλισ τοι επό βετε

🇮🇹Latin

Benedetto

Nomen Benedicti, meaning 'blessed' or 'happy'

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