Bentley is an English masculine given name of Norman origin, derived from the Old French word 'benete', which means 'bending'. It was initially a surname used to denote someone who lived near a bend in a river or on a road. Over time, Bentley has evolved into a given name and is often associated with luxury and prestige due to its namesake automobile company, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Limited, trading as Rolls-Royce Motors, which uses the Bentley brand. The name Bentley first gained prominence during the Middle Ages in England and was used as both a first and last name. Today, Bentley is considered a classic yet timeless name choice for boys.
The name Bentley was given to six babies in total over one year, specifically in 2011.