Beatrix
Beatrix is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Voyager, traveler, or she who brings happiness.
Origin and history
Beatrix is a female given name of Late Latin origin, derived from Viatrix, meaning voyager or traveler. The spelling was influenced by the Latin word beatus, meaning blessed or happy. In the United States, it is a classic name that has seen a gentle resurgence in modern usage.
Popularity in the United States
4,110 babies in the United States have been named Beatrix since 1880. It ranks #2750 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1146.
States where it is most popular
- CA (20.3 %)
- NY (13.1 %)
- TX (7.8 %)
- IL (7.3 %)
- WA (5.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 7 |
| 1890-1900 | 40 |
| 1900-1910 | 27 |
| 1910-1920 | 92 |
| 1920-1930 | 62 |
| 1930-1940 | 37 |
| 1940-1950 | 34 |
| 1950-1960 | 38 |
| 1960-1970 | 69 |
| 1970-1980 | 42 |
| 1980-1990 | 21 |
| 1990-2000 | 100 |
| 2000-2010 | 530 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,907 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,104 |
Famous people named Beatrix
- Beatrix Potter: Author, Illustrator
- Beatrix of the Netherlands: Monarch
Nicknames
Bea, Trixie, Trix
Fun facts
- Beatrix Potter, creator of Peter Rabbit, is one of the name's most celebrated namesake authors.
- Queen Beatrix ruled the Netherlands for 33 years before abdicating in favor of her son in 2013.