Benefield is an English toponymic surname from one or more of the numerous places in England called Benfield or Binfield. Notable people with this name include:Barry Benefield (1877–1971), American writer Daved Benefield, American former professional footballer David Benefield, American poker player Jimmy Benefield, English footballer Kim Benefield, American politician Sebastian Benefield (1559–1630), English priest and academic Ty Benefield, American football player