Bellamy Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBEL-uh-mee / /ˈbɛl.ə.mi/English; French
Meaning
English: beautiful friend; French: handsome
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Bellamy is derived from the phrase 'beau ami,' meaning 'beautiful friend.' It has been used as a surname and has gained popularity as a given name. In French, the name also carries the meaning of 'handsome,' reflecting a positive connotation.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Bellamie
- Bellamy
International Variants
- Bellami (Italian)
- Bellamie (French)
Famous people named Bellamy
Bellamy Young — actress.
Bellamy Blake — character in 'The 100'.
Fictional characters named Bellamy
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bellamy was first seen in the United States in 1993. Bellamy has ranked as high as #990 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, North Carolina, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Bellamy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bellamy (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 38 | |
| CA | 31 | |
| FL | 17 | |
| NC | 14 | |
| IN | 12 | |
| OK | 12 | |
| KY | 12 | |
| GA | 11 | |
| OH | 11 | |
| TN | 10 | |
| WA | 9 | |
| AL | 9 | |
| MO | 9 | |
| VA | 9 | |
| NY | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 48 |
| 2011 | 53 |
| 2012 | 51 |
| 2013 | 51 |
| 2014 | 107 |
| 2015 | 186 |
| 2016 | 234 |
| 2017 | 249 |
| 2018 | 275 |
| 2019 | 253 |
| 2020 | 341 |
| 2021 | 372 |
| 2022 | 408 |
| 2023 | 330 |
| 2024 | 312 |