Bee
Bee: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Bee
- A diminutive of the female given name Beatrice.
How popular is Bee?
Since 1880, 677 girls and 1,023 boys in the U.S. have been named Bee (40% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #829 in 1883. Its highest rank for boys was #565 in 1881. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Bee FAQ
What does the name Bee mean?
A diminutive of the female given name Beatrice.
How popular is the name Bee?
Since 1880, 677 girls and 1,023 boys in the U.S. have been named Bee (40% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #829 in 1883. Its highest rank for boys was #565 in 1881. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Bee a boy or girl name?
Bee is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (677 girls and 1,023 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.