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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Blessed (Spanish form of Benedict)
- Origin
- Spanish
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- buh-NEE-see-oh
Benicio is a boy's name of Spanish origin, pronounced buh-NEE-see-oh, and it means "blessed" as the Spanish form of Benedict. It has a worldly, classic feel with a modern sound, so it works for parents who want a name with roots that still sounds fresh today.
Meaning & Origin of Benicio
Meaning: Blessed (Spanish form of Benedict).
Origin: Spanish.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Benicio
buh-NEE-see-ohIPA /bəˈniːsioʊ/
Popularity of Benicio
Benicio ranked #751 in the U.S. in 2024, with 339 babies given the name that year. That is also its highest rank since Social Security records for it begin in 1988, so it is at its most popular right now.
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FAQ
What does the name Benicio mean?
Blessed (Spanish form of Benedict). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Benicio?
Benicio is pronounced buh-NEE-see-oh (IPA: /bəˈniːsioʊ/).
Is Benicio a popular name right now?
Benicio is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #751 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1988–2024.)
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