Beverlie Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: BEV-er-lee //ˈbɛv.ər.li//
Origin: English; Variant of Beverly
Meaning: English: Beaver meadow
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Beverlie is derived from the Old English elements "beaver," referring to the animal, and "leah," meaning a clearing or meadow. This etymology indicates a geographical origin, suggesting a place characterized by beavers or a meadow where they might dwell.
The name likely evolved from the place name Beverley, which has historical roots in England, particularly in Yorkshire, where Beverley was established as a significant settlement in the early medieval period. The transition into English occurred as Old English developed, with the name appearing in various forms over the centuries, including Beverley and Beverlie.
Historically, Beverley has been associated with notable figures and events. The town of Beverley was home to a prominent church, St.
John's, established in the 8th century, which became a center for pilgrimage and religious activity. The name gained further recognition through the 12th-century Beverley Minster, a significant example of Gothic architecture.
The name has also been borne by various saints and figures in English history, contributing to its cultural resonance. In literature, the name appears in various texts, reflecting its enduring presence in the English-speaking world.
Culturally, the name Beverlie evokes images of pastoral landscapes and natural beauty, aligning with its etymological roots. It has been associated with themes of tranquility and connection to nature, which have supported its endurance over time.
The diminutive form "Bev" has also emerged, providing a more informal option while retaining the essence of the original name. Overall, Beverlie encapsulates a rich historical and cultural narrative, rooted in the natural world and the development of English place names.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Beverlie was first seen in the United States in 1923.
Beverlie has ranked as high as #4121 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Beverlie has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Beverlie is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Beverlie was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Beverlie.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 1966 | 7 | 7 |
| 1963 | 6 | 6 |
| 1962 | 6 | 6 |
| 1961 | 5 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 | 5 |
| 1959 | 9 | 9 |
| 1955 | 5 | 5 |
| 1954 | 9 | 9 |
| 1953 | 11 | 11 |
| 1952 | 9 | 9 |
| 1951 | 8 | 8 |
| 1950 | 10 | 10 |
| 1949 | 6 | 6 |
| 1948 | 11 | 11 |
| 1947 | 11 | 11 |
| 1946 | 8 | 8 |
| 1944 | 7 | 7 |
| 1943 | 8 | 8 |
| 1942 | 13 | 13 |
| 1941 | 5 | 5 |
| 1940 | 8 | 8 |
| 1939 | 6 | 6 |
| 1938 | 12 | 12 |
| 1937 | 5 | 5 |
| 1936 | 6 | 6 |
| 1935 | 8 | 8 |
| 1934 | 6 | 6 |
| 1933 | 11 | 11 |
| 1932 | 9 | 9 |
| 1931 | 6 | 6 |
| 1930 | 12 | 12 |
| 1929 | 11 | 11 |
| 1928 | 13 | 13 |
| 1927 | 15 | 15 |
| 1926 | 10 | 10 |
| 1925 | 7 | 7 |
| 1924 | 11 | 11 |
| 1923 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Beverlie
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
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