Bell
Bell: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /bɛl/
Meaning and origin of Bell
- A male given name transferred from the surname, of occasional usage.
- A female given name, variant of Belle; mostly used as a middle name in the 19th century.
How popular is Bell?
Since 1880, 2,496 girls and 130 boys in the U.S. have been named Bell (95% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #275 in 1884. Its highest rank for boys was #933 in 1905. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Bell
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Sibling name ideas for Bell
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Bell FAQ
What does the name Bell mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname, of occasional usage. A female given name, variant of Belle; mostly used as a middle name in the 19th century.
What is the origin of the name Bell?
Bell is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Bell?
Since 1880, 2,496 girls and 130 boys in the U.S. have been named Bell (95% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #275 in 1884. Its highest rank for boys was #933 in 1905. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Bell a boy or girl name?
Bell is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 2,496 girls and 130 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.