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Bemnet

BEM-net · Covenant, promise (in Amharic).

2025 rank (girls)
#13,208
Babies named in 2025
6
Peak popularity
2016
2025 frequency
1 in 267,878 girls
Usually for
Girls & boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady, #13,208 for girls today.

Popularity of Bemnet since 2001

Babies named Bemnet per year in U.S. Social Security records.

481220102020Most births 2016GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
2000s150
2010s5436
2020s310

Meaning & origin

Bemnet is an Ethiopian name of Amharic origin, meaning 'covenant' or 'promise.' It first appeared in U.S. naming records in 2001 and has maintained a steady but rare presence. Its peak year of use was 2016, after which it has remained moderately stable within the rankings. With a current rank of 13,208 (2025) and an incidence of 1 in 267,878 births, Bemnet is an uncommon choice that honors Ethiopian heritage. It is used as a unisex name, reflective of its cultural flexibility, and carries a profound spiritual significance rooted in Christian tradition.

Bemnet is an Ethiopian name of Amharic origin, derived from the word 'bemnet' meaning covenant or promise. It is primarily used in Ethiopia and among the Ethiopian diaspora, often given to both boys and girls. The name carries a spiritual and solemn connotation, reflecting the importance of commitment in Ethiopian Christian tradition.

Sibling names for Bemnet

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Bemnet mean?
Bemnet means 'covenant' or 'promise' in Amharic, the official language of Ethiopia.
Is Bemnet a popular name?
Bemnet is a rare name. In 2025, it ranked 13,208 in the United States, given to approximately 1 in 267,878 newborns.
Is Bemnet a boy's or girl's name?
Bemnet is unisex, used for both boys and girls, though it is more common for boys in Ethiopia.