Beverly

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Beverly originates from an Old English place name meaning 'beaver stream' or 'beaver meadow.' It transitioned from a surname to a popular given name for girls in the early 20th century, evoking pastoral English landscapes.

Current Popularity

#1018 for girls

in the United States (2025)

↗Rising fast

Popularity over time

189019502020

Good to Know

Common nicknames: Bev, Bevvy, Lee, Bea
  • •Easy to spell and pronounce in English-speaking countries
  • •Has a distinctly mid-century feel, popular in the 1930s-1950s
  • •Works well in professional settings while maintaining warmth
  • •The nickname 'Bev' offers a casual, friendly alternative

Famous People

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Beverly Cleary

Beloved children's author

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Beverly Sills

Opera soprano and arts administrator

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Beverly Johnson

Supermodel and actress

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Beverly D'Angelo

Actress known for National Lampoon films

Statistics

378,561

Total births since 1880

1953

Peak year

Discovery

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