Belle
Belle first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1915, when 407 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Belle popular?
Vintage Belle is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1915.
| 2020s | 1,522 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 2,405 | |
| 2000s | 1,297 | |
| 1990s | 392 | |
| 1980s | 112 | |
| 1970s | 171 | |
| 1960s | 261 | |
| 1950s | 398 | |
| 1940s | 429 | |
| 1930s | 538 | |
| 1920s | 1,545 | |
| 1910s | 2,901 | |
| 1900s | 2,096 | |
| 1890s | 2,512 | |
| 1880s | 2,648 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Belle mean?
The French word belle 'beautiful', feminine of beau, from Latin bellus. Used as a given name meaning 'beautiful' and also a short form of names like Isabelle/Annabelle.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Belle mean?
Belle means Beautiful. The French word belle 'beautiful', feminine of beau, from Latin bellus. Used as a given name meaning 'beautiful' and also a short form of names like Isabelle/Annabelle.
What is the origin of the name Belle?
Belle is of french origin.
How do you pronounce Belle?
Belle is pronounced “BEL.”
Is Belle a boy or a girl name?
Belle is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Belle a popular name right now?
Belle is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1915.
How popular is the name Belle?
In 2025, Belle ranked #1013 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Belle most popular?
Belle was most popular in 1915, when about 407 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Belle?
Names similar to Belle include Amelie, Delphine, Ines, Lucie, Manon.
What names go well with Belle?
french names that pair well with Belle include Amy, Paul, Charlotte, Louise, Roy.