Find out how popular the first name Beatrice has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Beatrice by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Beatrice is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 100% of people named Beatrice being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 509 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Beatrice.

The history of the first name Beatrice

The name Beatrice has its origins in the Latin language, derived from the root words "beatus" meaning "blessed" and "viatrix" meaning "voyager" or "traveler." It is believed to have emerged during the Late Antiquity period, between the 3rd and 6th centuries.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Beatrice can be found in the medieval Italian epic poem "Divine Comedy" by Dante Alighieri, written in the early 14th century. In this work, Beatrice is portrayed as a guide and symbol of divine love, leading the poet through Paradise.

The name gained popularity during the Middle Ages, particularly in Italy and other parts of Europe. It was often associated with nobility and was borne by several prominent historical figures, such as Beatrice of Burgundy (1145-1184), the wife of Frederick I, Holy Roman Emperor.

Another notable Beatrice was Beatrice of Castile (1242-1303), who served as the Queen of Portugal and is remembered for her diplomatic efforts in resolving conflicts between Portugal and Castile.

In England, one of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Chronicles of Matthew Paris, which mentions a woman named Beatrice de Humet in the 13th century.

The name Beatrice also has connections to religious figures. Saint Beatrice (292-303), a Roman martyr, is venerated in the Catholic Church, and her feast day is celebrated on July 29th.

Over the centuries, the name Beatrice has been borne by various notable individuals, including Beatrice Potter Webb (1858-1943), a British sociologist and economist; Beatrice Wood (1893-1998), an American artist and studio potter; and Beatrice Shilling (1909-1990), a British aeronautical engineer and amateur pilot.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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