Summary

The surname Benton is of English origin and is derived from a place name. It is believed to have originated from the Old English words 'beonet' meaning 'bent grass' and 'tun' meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement'. The name may have originally referred to someone who lived near a field or settlement covered in bent grass. Over time, the surname Benton spread to different parts of the world through migration and settlement.
There are
37912
Bentons in the USA
Benton is the
912nd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Benton

ThomasHart

Thomas Hart Benton was an American painter and muralist, known for his depiction of scenes from American history and everyday life. He was a prominent figure of the Regionalist art movement.

BarbaraChase-Riboud

Barbara Chase-Riboud is an American visual artist and sculptor, best known for her controversial historical novel 'Sally Hemings' and her abstract bronze sculptures.

WilliamBenton

William Benton was an American publisher, politician, and diplomat. He co-founded the textbook publishing company Encyclopedia Britannica and served as a U.S. Senator from Connecticut.

GeorgeWashington

George Washington Benton was an American boxer who competed from 1910 to 1925. He held the World Lightweight Championship title from 1908 to 1910.

ElizabethBenton

Elizabeth Benton was an influential American journalist and suffragist. She was the editor of the 'The Lily,' the first newspaper for women in the United States.

ThomasHart

Thomas Hart Benton was a United States Senator representing Missouri from 1821 to 1851. He played a leading role in the westward expansion of the United States and was an advocate for Manifest Destiny.

DilanBenton

Dilan Benton is a contemporary American artist known for his abstract paintings and mixed-media works.

MaureenOrth

Maureen Orth is an American journalist and author. She is known for her investigative reporting and has written extensively for Vanity Fair magazine.

BrookeBenton

Brooke Benton was an American singer and songwriter. He had numerous hits in the 1950s and 1960s, including 'Rainy Night in Georgia' and 'A Rockin' Good Way (To Mess Around and Fall in Love).'

BentonMackenzie

Benton Mackenzie was an advocate for medical marijuana and the father of a child with epilepsy. He was known for his legal battles and activism in support of cannabis legalization.

Benton Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Benton' is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word 'bent,' which means 'grassy hill.' The name likely referred to someone who lived near or on a grassy hill.