Beck
Beck is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Brook or small stream.
Origin and history
Beck is a concise English name derived from Old Norse and Old English roots referring to a small stream or brook. Historically used as a topographic surname, it has gained modern popularity as a fresh, nature-inspired given name. In recent years, its usage in the United States has seen a notable increase.
Popularity in the United States
3,983 babies in the United States have been named Beck since 1880. It ranks #2007 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #935.
States where it is most popular
- TX (16.4 %)
- CA (16 %)
- UT (12.4 %)
- CO (5.8 %)
- MN (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 50 |
| 1990-2000 | 196 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,061 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,364 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,307 |
Famous people named Beck
- Beck Hansen: Musician, Singer
Fun facts
- The name originally designated someone who lived near a small stream, from the Old Norse word 'bekkr'.
- While historically rare as a given name, Beck has seen a steady rise in usage in the U.S. during the 2020s.