Benedick Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Benedick is listed in our database as a boy name of Shakespearean origin. Its recorded meaning is “'Much Ado About Nothing' A Young lord of Padua”.

Benedick Name at a Glance

Name Benedick
Meaning 'Much Ado About Nothing' A Young lord of Padua.
Origin Shakespearean
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Benedick Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Benedick means “'Much Ado About Nothing' A Young lord of Padua”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Benedick Name Origin

Our database records Benedick under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Benedick a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Benedick is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Benedick

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