Beatrice
Beatrice is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
She who makes happy or blessed.
Origin and history
Beatrice is derived from the Latin name Beatrix, which means 'she who makes happy' or 'blessed'. It has a long history in European literature and royalty, notably featured in Dante's Divine Comedy. In the United States, it is a classic vintage name that has enjoyed a steady revival in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
194,920 babies in the United States have been named Beatrice since 1880. It ranks #202 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #547.
States where it is most popular
- NY (12.6 %)
- TX (7.1 %)
- PA (7 %)
- CA (4.9 %)
- MI (3.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 1,900 |
| 1890-1900 | 7,500 |
| 1900-1910 | 16,282 |
| 1910-1920 | 44,515 |
| 1920-1930 | 49,230 |
| 1930-1940 | 23,714 |
| 1940-1950 | 15,560 |
| 1950-1960 | 10,745 |
| 1960-1970 | 6,461 |
| 1970-1980 | 3,266 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,757 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,383 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,528 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,836 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,243 |
Famous people named Beatrice
- Beatrice Arthur: Actress, Comedian
- Beatrice Straight: Actress
Nicknames
Bea, Bee, Trixie, Bea-Bea
Fun facts
- Beatrice Portinari was the central inspiration for Dante Alighieri's Vita Nuova and Divine Comedy.
- The name has been borne by European royalty for centuries, including Princess Beatrice of the United Kingdom.