Beryl
Beryl: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Beryl
- A female given name from English derived from the gem beryl.
- A male given name from Yiddish, meaning “little bear”.
Etymology
From beryl or an anglicization of Yiddish בערל (berl, literally “little bear”).
How popular is Beryl?
Since 1880, 10,130 girls and 2,338 boys in the U.S. have been named Beryl (81% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #374 in 1920. Its highest rank for boys was #585 in 1912. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Beryl FAQ
What does the name Beryl mean?
A female given name from English derived from the gem beryl. A male given name from Yiddish, meaning “little bear”. From beryl or an anglicization of Yiddish בערל (berl, literally “little bear”).
What is the origin of the name Beryl?
Beryl is listed as a name of English derived from the gem beryl origin.
How popular is the name Beryl?
Since 1880, 10,130 girls and 2,338 boys in the U.S. have been named Beryl (81% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #374 in 1920. Its highest rank for boys was #585 in 1912. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Beryl a boy or girl name?
Beryl is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (10,130 girls and 2,338 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.