Beverly
Beverly is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Beaver stream or beaver meadow.
Origin and history
Beverly originated as an English place name and surname, derived from Old English roots meaning beaver stream or meadow. It became a highly popular given name for girls in the United States during the mid-20th century. Although its usage has declined significantly in recent decades, it remains a recognized classic name.
Popularity in the United States
378,561 babies in the United States have been named Beverly since 1880. It ranks #95 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1054.
States where it is most popular
- NY (6.7 %)
- CA (6.6 %)
- PA (6.1 %)
- OH (6.1 %)
- IL (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 21 |
| 1900-1910 | 192 |
| 1910-1920 | 3,275 |
| 1920-1930 | 30,205 |
| 1930-1940 | 80,846 |
| 1940-1950 | 95,122 |
| 1950-1960 | 97,790 |
| 1960-1970 | 45,238 |
| 1970-1980 | 12,695 |
| 1980-1990 | 5,375 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,347 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,723 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,453 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,279 |
Famous people named Beverly
- Beverly Sills: Opera Singer, Arts Administrator
- Beverly Cleary: Author, Librarian
- Beverly D'Angelo: Actress, Singer
Nicknames
Bev, Bevvy
Fun facts
- Beverly originally comes from the town of Beverley in East Yorkshire, England, which derived its name from Old English elements.
- Beverly was extremely popular in the United States during the 1930s and 1940s, consistently ranking among the top 15 most popular girl names.