Day of Saint Benedict, July 11. Names for children
Benito is a name for a child of Latin origin meaning 'he who receives a good name'. A name that results from the contraction of another, Benedict, and both can be perfect for your child if you like those traditional names that print distinction. He celebrates his name day on July 11, which is the da
Benito is a name for a child of Latin origin meaning 'he who receives a good name'. A name that results from the contraction of another, Benedict, and both can be perfect for your child if you like those traditional names that print distinction.
He celebrates his name day on July 11, which is the day of Saint Benedict.
Curiosities about the name Benito
The name Benito gives the child that takes him to be helpful and helpful to others. It turns out that Benito is a fundamental person in his circle of friends and in the family, always willing to solve any problem. In addition, Benito is sensitive and emotional, which does not prevent him from being strong and energetic if the situation requires it.
Although the name of your child is known in all languages, it is more common in Spanish-speaking countries and in Italy. Both Benito and Benedicto are very familiar names for children, but rare, so despite their tradition, they are still original. We also know its form in English, Benedict, and in Catalan, Benet, both also used as a surname.
Benito is familiar to us thanks to celebrities such as the Basque singer-songwriter Benito Lertxundi or one of the pioneering Spanish filmmakers, Benito Perojo. In the world of cinema we find another Benito, screenwriter Benito Zambrano whose most recognized work was the script of "La voz dormida", a film that was nominated for an Oscar. And we can not forget, who was coach of Real Madrid, Benito Floro.
But there are two great figures who have carried the name of your son very high. One we like less, that of the dictator who was prime minister of Italy, Benito Mussini, famous for his participation in the Second World War and one of the greatest precursors of fascism. We like another figure named Benito, in this case of the lyrics, like Benito Pérez Galdós, with works like 'Fortunata and Jacinta' or 'Doña Perfecta', fundamental in the history of literature.
To know the origin and meaning of other names that celebrate your saint in the month of January, consult our calendar of the names of saints of July. You will find all the curiosities related to the name and date of your name day.
And also, we have the most complete guide of names for babies of boys and girls. Here you will find all the names for babies arranged alphabetically to know their origin and meaning.
Laura Sánchez.Editor of GuiaInfantil.com
