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Beatrix Girl

Popularity: #787 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationBEE-a-triks / ˈbiːətrɪks

Latin; French

Meaning

Latin: she who brings happiness; French: voyager

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Beatrix has its roots in the Latin name "Viatrix," which means "voyager" or "traveler." The name evolved through the Old French form "Beatrix" before being adopted into Middle English. The transition from Viatrix to Beatrix involved a linguistic shift where the initial 'V' sound transformed into a 'B' sound, a common phonetic change in the evolution of names. The name was popularized in the Christian tradition, particularly through the association with Saint Beatrix, a 4th-century martyr who was venerated in various parts of Europe, especially in Italy and France.

Historically, Beatrix has been borne by several notable figures, including Beatrix of Naples, a queen consort in the 14th century, and Beatrix of Portugal, a 15th-century princess. The name also appears in literary contexts, such as in Dante Alighieri's "Divine Comedy," where Beatrice serves as a symbol of divine love and guidance. The name gained further prominence in the Renaissance period, reflecting the era's renewed interest in classical names and their meanings.

Culturally, Beatrix has been associated with themes of travel and exploration, resonating with the idea of a journey both in the physical and spiritual sense. The name has also been linked to notions of happiness and blessedness, derived from its Latin roots, as it can be interpreted as "she who brings happiness." In some traditions, diminutive forms such as "Bea" have emerged, reflecting affection and familiarity. Overall, Beatrix carries a rich historical and cultural significance, embodying a blend of travel, spirituality, and joy.

Trend Summary

Beatrix has seen a resurgence in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Beatrice
  • Beatrixia

International Variants

  • Beatriz (Spanish)
  • Beatrice (Italian)
  • Beatrix (Dutch)

Famous people named Beatrix

Beatrix Potter is an author and illustrator best known for The Tale of Peter Rabbit, The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin, and The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck.

Beatrix Kiddo is a fictional character best known as the protagonist in the Kill Bill film series.

Fictional characters named Beatrix

Beatrix Kiddo is a fictional character from the film Kill Bill. She is a former assassin seeking revenge on her former colleagues after they betray her.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Beatrix was first seen in the United States in 1883. Beatrix has ranked as high as #1110 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Beatrix has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Beatrix (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 18
18%
TX 17
17%
IL 12
12%
FL 10
10%
WA 7
7%
NC 7
7%
OR 7
7%
VA 7
7%
MO 5
5%
NY 5
5%
CO 5
5%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
18837
18905
18925
18936
18946
18956
18966
18996
19057
19066
19088
19096
19106
19116
19128
191310
191413
191512
191612
191710
19187
19198
19208
192119
19227
19238
19256
19288
19296
19305
19337
19366
19387
193912
19405
194111
19425
19435
19448
19505
19527
19546
19555
19569
19586
19606
19616
19638
196514
19668
196710
196811
19696
19706
19719
19736
19757
19767
19797
19845
19855
19876
19895
19905
199111
19929
199313
19947
19959
199610
199719
19986
199911
200015
200117
200222
200327
200432
200544
200660
200776
2008103
2009133
2010126
2011135
2012146
2013207
2014179
2015213
2016212
2017216
2018211
2019262
2020200
2021220
2022196
2023160
2024163