Bijou Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationbee-ZHOO / biˈʒuFrench; English
Meaning
jewel (French); small gem (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In French, 'bijou' refers to a jewel or ornament, often symbolizing beauty and preciousness in art and literature. The term has been used in various contexts, including fashion and design, to denote something exquisite. In English, the word has been adopted to describe something small and valuable, reflecting a similar appreciation for beauty and rarity.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Bijoux
- Biju
International Variants
- Bijou (French)
- Bijou (English)
Famous people named Bijou
Bijou Phillips — actress and model.
Bijou Karman — artist.
Fictional characters named Bijou
Bijou — 'The Aristocats'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bijou was first seen in the United States in 1998. Bijou has ranked as high as #1330 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Bijou has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bijou (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 5 |