EntertainmentAmerican1909 – 1986
Benney Goodman
Jazz clarinetist and bandleader
Biography
American jazz clarinetist and bandleader, cousin of Benny Goodman. Performed and recorded jazz music during the mid-20th century.
Quick Facts
Category
Entertainment
Nationality
American
Born
1909
Died
1986
Thinking about the name
Benney
Latin origin
“An informal, affectionate variant of Bennett with the -ey ending, creating a more approachable, youthful sound. This friendly spelling appeals to parents seeking a blessed name with contemporary warmth and personality.”