Benge

Benge is a surname with English origins, likely derived from the Old English word “ben” meaning “bean.” It is a locational name, indicating a person from the village of Benge in the county of Kent. Alternatively, it may be a variant spelling of the surname Bengey, which comes from the Old Norse name “Bjorngeirr” meaning “bear-spear.” Today, individuals with the surname Benge can be found around the world, particularly in the United States and United Kingdom.