Beatrice
Beatrice first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1921, when 5,968 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 583.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Beatrice popular?
Rising Beatrice has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 3,243 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 4,836 | |
| 2000s | 2,528 | |
| 1990s | 2,383 | |
| 1980s | 2,757 | |
| 1970s | 3,266 | |
| 1960s | 6,461 | |
| 1950s | 10,745 | |
| 1940s | 15,560 | |
| 1930s | 23,714 | |
| 1920s | 49,230 | |
| 1910s | 44,515 | |
| 1900s | 16,282 | |
| 1890s | 7,500 | |
| 1880s | 1,900 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Beatrice mean?
Italian form of Latin Beatrix. Beatrix most likely began as Viatrix ('female voyager, traveler') and was reshaped under the influence of Latin 'beatus' ('blessed, happy'), giving the enduring sense 'she who brings happiness' or 'blessed'.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Beatrice mean?
Beatrice means Bringer of joy; blessed. Italian form of Latin Beatrix. Beatrix most likely began as Viatrix ('female voyager, traveler') and was reshaped under the influence of Latin 'beatus' ('blessed, happy'), giving the enduring sense 'she who brings happiness' or 'blessed'.
What is the origin of the name Beatrice?
Beatrice is of italian origin.
How do you pronounce Beatrice?
Beatrice is pronounced “beh-ah-TREE-cheh.”
Is Beatrice a boy or a girl name?
Beatrice is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Beatrice a popular name right now?
Beatrice has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Beatrice?
In 2025, Beatrice ranked #508 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Beatrice most popular?
Beatrice was most popular in 1921, when about 5,968 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Beatrice?
Names similar to Beatrice include Bella, Aurora, Aria, Viola, Gianna.
What names go well with Beatrice?
italian names that pair well with Beatrice include Luca, Gianna, Aria, Aurora, Bella.