Bento
Boy nameBento has been given to 170 babies in the U.S. since 2016. It peaked in 2025. In 2025, about 1 in 55,099 boys was named Bento.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
170
Peak year
2025 (31 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2016
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Bento — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Bento.
Sibling name ideas for Bento
Same era and popularity as Bento, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Bento?
Bento has been given to 170 babies in the U.S. since 2016. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Bento peak?
Bento peaked in 2025, when 31 babies were given the name.
Is Bento a girl or boy name?
Bento is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Bento are boys).
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