Beatrice
Beatrice is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
She who makes happy; blessed.
Origin and history
Beatrice is derived from the Latin name Beatrix, which means 'she who makes happy' or 'blessed'. Historically a predominant female name, it appears in U.S. birth records for males in very small numbers, likely as an unusual family or traditional choice. Today, it remains extremely rare for boys in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
733 babies in the United States have been named Beatrice since 1880. It ranks #3943 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (33.3 %)
- AL (16.7 %)
- DC (16.7 %)
- LA (16.7 %)
- OH (16.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 16 |
| 1900-1910 | 67 |
| 1910-1920 | 160 |
| 1920-1930 | 223 |
| 1930-1940 | 165 |
| 1940-1950 | 65 |
| 1950-1960 | 23 |
| 1960-1970 | 6 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 8 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Bea, Bee, Trixie
Fun facts
- Beatrice is famously celebrated as the inspiration and guide for Dante Alighieri in his epic poem, the Divine Comedy.
- The name evolved from the Late Latin Beatrix, rooted in the word 'beatus', meaning blessed.