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Surname

Etymology and origins

The surname Benner is primarily of origin, functioning as an occupational name for a maker of baskets, , or , derived from an agent form of the noun benne, meaning "work basket," "bassinet," or "cradle." This etymology reflects medieval trades involving the or assembly of such items, where the indicated the practitioner of the craft. In some instances, the name may connect to the verb bennen, implying "to bind" or "to wind," evoking the techniques used in basketry or related work, though the noun derivation predominates in historical records. The name first emerged in the in , with primary roots in regions such as and , where it developed from humble artisanal backgrounds and gained regional significance. It often appeared as a variant of the related , which shares occupational ties to or materials, and the two names interchanged in during early documentation. As naming conventions solidified amid feudal and post-Reformation societal shifts, Benner became hereditary, evolving in English-speaking contexts through anglicization while preserving its Germanic structure; common variants include , Bener, and occasional forms like Binne in border regions. Significant migration of Benner families to the occurred during the 18th and 19th centuries, driven by economic opportunities and religious freedoms, with early settlers concentrating in and as part of broader Palatine waves. For example, records show substantial Benner presence in by 1840, accounting for nearly half of U.S. bearers at the time. As of estimates around , the is held by approximately 26,000 individuals worldwide, with the largest populations in the (over 15,600, concentrated in at about 19% and at 7%) and (over 7,400).

Scientists and academics

Steven A. Benner (born October 23, 1954) is an American chemist renowned for pioneering and developing artificial genetic systems that expand beyond the natural DNA alphabet. His laboratory was the first to synthesize a encoding an , laying foundational work for the field. Benner's research has advanced methods for genome sequencing and , including the creation of with eight building blocks. Patricia Benner (born August 1942) is an American nursing theorist best known for her book From Novice to Expert: Excellence and Power in Clinical Nursing Practice (1984), which adapts the Dreyfus model of skill acquisition to describe five stages of nursing proficiency: novice, advanced beginner, competent, proficient, and expert. Her framework emphasizes experiential learning and intuitive decision-making in clinical settings, influencing nursing education and practice worldwide.

Writers and philosophers

Joseph Sieber Benner (1872–1938) was an American author who wrote under the pseudonym "Anonymous" and served as a representative of the Brotherhood of Christ, promoting teachings on impersonal life and awakening through works like The Impersonal Life (1914). His writings introduced concepts of the "" presence and inner , influencing early 20th-century movements. Erica Benner (born August 11, 1962) is a political philosopher specializing in Niccolò Machiavelli's and their relevance to contemporary governance and moral philosophy. In books such as Machiavelli's Ethics (2009) and Be Like the Fox (2017), she argues that Machiavelli's works critique authoritarianism and advocate republican virtues rather than endorsing ruthless power tactics. David G. Benner (born February 9, 1947) is a Canadian and focused on , integrating with Christian contemplative practices in titles like Sacred Companions: The Gift of Spiritual Friendship and Direction (2002). His approach emphasizes personal transformation through self-awareness and relational spirituality, drawing from Jungian influences to foster wholeness in faith-based counseling.

Other fields

Maximilian Bircher-Benner (1867–1939) was a Swiss physician and nutritionist who popularized —originally called "apple diet dish"—as a therapeutic raw food in the early 1900s at his clinic, promoting it for digestive health and overall vitality based on his belief in the healing power of uncooked plant-based diets. His regimen influenced modern health foods and preventive medicine. Katie Benner (born 1978) is an American journalist serving as a correspondent for , where she covers the U.S. Department of Justice, including investigations into civil rights, , and federal law enforcement. She contributed to Pulitzer Prize-winning reporting on workplace in 2018. Carl L. Benner (born 20th century) is an American electrical engineer and research professor at , specializing in power systems monitoring and incipient failure detection using advanced techniques. His innovations in non-intrusive load monitoring and substation automation have enhanced grid reliability and in electric utilities.

Places

Benner Township, Pennsylvania

Benner Township is a rural municipality in Centre County, Pennsylvania, encompassing approximately 28.3 square miles in the Nittany Valley region of the Appalachian Mountains. It forms part of the State College, Pennsylvania Metropolitan Statistical Area and lies about 8 miles northeast of State College, providing easy access to Pennsylvania State University. The township features a mix of suburban developments, preserved farmlands, and open rural landscapes, supporting a blend of residential, agricultural, and light commercial uses. The township was established in 1853 from portions of Spring and Ferguson townships and named in honor of General Philip Benner (1762–1832), an early ironmaster who arrived in the area around 1793 and founded the Rock Iron Works along Creek. Benner's forge, one of the region's first, marked the onset of significant 19th-century industrial activity, including iron production that fueled local through forges, nail mills, and ore processing innovations like Abraham S. Valentine's 1842 ore-washing machine. By the , the area transitioned toward suburban expansion, driven by population influx and proximity to educational and employment hubs in State College, while retaining its historical roots in farming and early industry. As of the 2020 U.S. , Benner had a of 8,964, reflecting a 44.9% increase from 6,188 in 2010, largely attributed to development tied to nearby and regional infrastructure projects. The racial composition includes 72.2% White, 21.9% Black or African American, 3.1% Hispanic or Latino, and smaller percentages for other groups, with the elevated proportion of Black residents influenced by the presence of a state correctional facility. The median age is 42.8 years, and the median household income stands at $98,784 (2019–2023 estimates). The local economy centers on , including and crop production, alongside at sites like Benner Commerce Park, and many residents commute to jobs in State College's education, healthcare, and service sectors. Key infrastructure includes the State Correctional Institution – Benner Township, a medium-security that opened in April 2013 at a cost of nearly $200 million and houses around 2,000 inmates, contributing significantly to local . In recent developments, the township's dissolved the Benner Township Water Authority on September 2, 2025, transferring water operations directly to the municipality to improve cost efficiency and streamline services.

Benner, U.S. Virgin Islands

Benner is a small coastal settlement located on the southeast shore of in the , centered around Benner Bay, also known as , a natural harbor approximately 8 miles east of the territorial capital, Charlotte Amalie. The area features a protected with depths of 7-10 feet, sheltered by small cays including Cas Cay, Rotts Cay, and Grassy Cay, and is bordered by forests, sandy beaches, and access to adjacent Cowpet Bay. This makes it a sheltered ideal for boating, with a southeast approach via Jersey Bay while avoiding shallow false entrances. Historically, Benner formed part of the until the acquired the territory in 1917, after which the region saw gradual development tied to the broader economic shifts in the . Significant growth occurred in the mid-20th century, particularly from the onward, as expanded across , leading to residential expansion and like in Benner Bay. This period marked a transition from agricultural and plantation-based uses to modern service-oriented activities, with proposals for further development, such as a 165-slip marina in the early 2000s, reflecting ongoing interest in . As part of the East End subdistrict of , Benner contributes to a with a of 7,502, characterized by a diverse demographic mix including a of Afro-Caribbean descent, alongside , Puerto Rican, and U.S. mainland influences. The features residential neighborhoods and is in close proximity to luxury accommodations like the Ritz-Carlton St. Thomas, fostering a blend of local and visitor-oriented lifestyles. The local economy is predominantly driven by , with Benner serving as a hub for charters, rentals, and services including , slips, and haul-out facilities at marinas such as Pirates Cove and Compass Point. Attractions include in the calm, protected waters of the bay, which support , and nearby Cowpet Beach for and relaxation; the area's role as a secure hurricane anchorage further bolsters its appeal to enthusiasts. Environmentally, Benner Bay and the adjacent Mangrove Lagoon form a significant complex designated as a , vital for maintenance, shoreline protection against , and for like fish, shellfish, and endangered green sea turtles. Conservation efforts, overseen by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Department of Planning and Natural Resources, address impacts from past development such as and runoff, with ongoing under the Coastal Zone Management Act to counter , , and climate-related threats like sea-level rise as of 2025.

Other uses

Benner Cycle

The Benner Cycle is an model developed by Samuel Benner, an farmer born in 1832 and deceased in 1913, who analyzed historical price data for commodities such as , corn, and hogs spanning from 1780 to 1872. Benner first outlined the cycle in his book Benner's Prophecies of Future Ups and Downs in Prices: What Years to Make Money on Pig-Iron, Hogs, Corn, and Provisions, where he presented empirical observations of recurring patterns in agricultural and industrial markets without relying on mathematical equations. His emphasized from past booms and busts, positing that economic fluctuations follow predictable rhythms driven by supply-demand imbalances in key sectors. At its core, the Benner Cycle structures economic phases within a 54-year master , composed of alternating periods of 18 years (good times, characterized by high prices and prosperity), 16 years (hard times, marked by low prices and distress), and 20 years (mixed or reviving conditions). This master cycle arises from intervals between major panics, which Benner identified as occurring every 16, 18, or 20 years in repetition. Embedded within are sub-cycles focused on commodity price extremes: lows in prices recurring every 11, 9, and 7 years (totaling a 27-year cycle), and peaks every 8, 9, and 10 years, providing finer-grained guidance for and agricultural timing. These patterns were derived solely from historical data, highlighting booms in "good times" for selling and busts in "hard times" for buying. Benner's model included specific predictions for future panics, forecasting downturns in 1875, 1891, and 1908, which aligned closely with actual economic depressions and financial crises during those periods. He extended projections through 2059 via updated charts in later editions of his work, accurately anticipating major events such as the 1929 stock market crash and the 2008 global financial crisis within one to two years of their occurrence. The integrated 27-year cycle further supported industrial forecasts, linking commodity lows to broader economic contractions. In contemporary applications, the Benner Cycle remains a tool for long-term among investors, particularly in commodities and equities, with recent analyses indicating 80-90% alignment to major downturns and peaks from to 2024. A 2024 analysis highlights its utility in identifying favorable years for accumulation during hard times phases, though it is often used alongside modern indicators due to its empirical origins.

USS Benner

Two ships of the have been named USS Benner, honoring Stanley Graves Benner (1916–1942), a U.S. Marine Corps officer during the and awarded the posthumously. The first, USS Benner (DE-551), was a intended for in the Atlantic during ; her construction was authorized at the but cancelled on 10 June 1944 before her keel was laid down, with the name reassigned to a later vessel. The second USS Benner (DD-807) was a , measuring 390 feet in length with a of 2,425 tons, a top speed of 34.6 knots, and a crew of approximately 345 officers and enlisted personnel. Laid down on 10 July 1944 at in , she was launched on 30 November 1944 and commissioned on 13 February 1945 under John Munholland. Her armament included six 5-inch/38-caliber guns, twelve 40 mm anti-aircraft guns, eleven 20 mm guns, five 21-inch torpedo tubes, and projectors and tracks for anti-submarine operations. During World War II, Benner deployed to the Pacific as a radar picket ship, screening aircraft carriers of the Third Fleet during strikes on Japanese targets including Maizuru and the Tokyo-Nagoya area from 28–30 July 1945, and supporting operations around the Japanese surrender in September 1945; she earned one battle star for her service. Postwar, she conducted cruises in the Western Pacific from 1946 to 1948, visiting ports in Guam, the Philippines, China, and Korea while supporting U.S. efforts amid the Chinese Civil War. Reclassified as a radar picket destroyer (DDR-807) on 18 March 1949, she patrolled the Mediterranean from May to October 1950 during the early months of the Korean War, though her primary operations remained in the Pacific Fleet thereafter. In the 1950s, she participated in fleet exercises and patrols in the western Pacific, contributing to U.S. naval presence amid Cold War tensions. Benner's most extensive combat service occurred during the , with deployments from 1965 to 1969 involving gunfire support, coastal patrols, and surveillance off ; she was reclassified back to DD-807 on 15 November 1962 following a (FRAM) overhaul that enhanced her capabilities. Notable operations included participation in Operation Sea Dragon in 1966–1967, where she fired over 1,281 rounds in 36 missions against North Vietnamese shore batteries, including engagements near , and conducted drone anti-submarine helicopter reconnaissance using the DASH system. She earned five battle stars for Vietnam service and survived a significant onboard fire in 1969. Decommissioned on 20 November 1970, she was struck from the Naval Register on 1 February 1974 and sold for scrapping on 18 April 1975. Crew members faced health risks from asbestos exposure during construction, maintenance, and operations, as the material was widely used in , , and machinery aboard Gearing-class destroyers like Benner; health reports in 2025 highlighted elevated risks among former sailors. Benner exemplified the U.S. Navy's post-World War II transition to versatile, long-service destroyers capable of multi-theater operations, though she saw no after 1970.

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