US Popularity:18853
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Irish
Meaning:Voyager; Strength, power
Bee is a girl’s name of Latin and Irish origin and can be a beautiful blend of names starting with the letter "B." Short and cheerful, Bee from Bridget classically means “strength” and “power” in Irish. However, in some early variations, Bee links to Beatrix and Beatrice, translating to “voyager” in Latin. Bee also sounds as sweet as honey and evokes images of summer meadows, lemonade, and sunshine.
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How Popular Is The Name Bee?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Bee is currently #4529 on The Bump
Girl:Bee is currently #3014 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Bee is currently #18853 in U.S. births
Girl:Bee is currently #11226 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2024
#11226
in 2024
- 841
from 2023
In comparison to the previous year's data

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Sources

  • Behind the Name, Bee, December 2009

  • Behind the Name, Beatrix, June 2019

  • Name Doctor, Bee

  • Name Doctor, Beatrix

  • Name Doctor, Brighid

  • Baby Names 2020 by Eleanor Turner, pg. 210, 207

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