About Bent
The surname Bent is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It could be a topographic name for someone who lived on a piece of land that was bent or curved, derived from the Old English word "beonet." Alternatively, it could be a nickname for someone who was flexible or had a crooked or bent physique. Lastly, it could also be a variant spelling of the surname Bennett, derived from the medieval given name Benedict, meaning "blessed." The exact meaning of the surname Bent would depend on the specific family's history and origin.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Bent based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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