Benoit
4 synonyms for Benoit, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — A French male given name and surname, equivalent to the English name Benedict.
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Benedetto
Benito
Etymology
Borrowed directly from French Benoît, itself from Latin Benedictus, "blessed."
Full origin of Benoit →Frequently asked questions
What does “Benoit” mean?
The word “Benoit” means a French male given name and surname, equivalent to the English name Benedict.
How do you pronounce “Benoit”?
“Benoit” is pronounced behn-WAH (/bɛnˈwɑː/ in IPA).
How do you use “Benoit” in a sentence?
Here is “Benoit” used in a sentence: “Benoît is a common first name in French-speaking Canada and France.”
What part of speech is “Benoit”?
“Benoit” is a name.
Where does the word “Benoit” come from?
The word “Benoit” comes from Latin. Borrowed directly from French Benoît, itself from Latin Benedictus, "blessed.".
