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Name Origin

Benedikt is a masculine given name of Latin origin, meaning 'blessed' or 'one who blesses'. It derives from the Latin words 'bene' (well) and 'dicere' (to speak). The name gained popularity due to its association with Saint Benedict of Nursia, the founder of Western monasticism.

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Famous People

Benedikt XVI (1927-2022)

Pope

  • Head of the Catholic Church from 2005 to 2013
  • First Pope to resign in over 600 years

Benedikt Höwedes (1988-)

Footballer

  • World Cup winner with Germany in 2014
  • Captain of Schalke 04