Beverly

“derived from a place name, meaning 'beaver stream'.”

English origin · Unisex name

♂ 1% boys♀ 99% girls

#1171US 2023

1kBirths / yr

→Stable

382.1kAll-time births

📅 Since 1893🏆 39 years in top 1000.91% of births at peak

How to pronounce Beverly

BEV·er·lee

/ˈbɛv.ɝ.liː/ · stress on BEV · 3 syllables

“derived from a place name, meaning 'beaver stream'.”

English origin · Unisex name

What does Beverly mean and where does it come from?

The name Beverly has its roots in Old English, derived from the town name 'Beverley' in Yorkshire. It became popular as a given name in the United States during the 20th century. Notable individuals named Beverly include Beverly Cleary, an acclaimed children's author.

Cultural significance

Beverly has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from a place name, meaning 'beaver stream'..

Peak popularity

Reached #14 in 1937 — currently #1171 in the US.

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How else can you spell Beverly?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Beverley

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Beverly?

Beverly works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Beverly Grace

How popular is Beverly right now?

Holding steady — currently #1171 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1900–2023#1171 · Top 0.86%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1171	1,029	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1176	1,009	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1181	979	▲ up 94 · +466% births
2020	#1275	173	▲ up 217 · +13% births
2015	#1492	153	▲ up 517 · +55% births
2010	#2009	99	▼ down 616 · -36% births
2005	#1393	154	▼ down 281 · -16% births
2000	#1112	183	▼ down 396 · -36% births
1995	#716	288	▼ down 192 · -37% births
1990	#524	456	▼ down 73 · -5% births
1985	#451	482	▼ down 116 · -33% births
1980	#335	720	▼ down 90 · -29% births
1975	#245	1,009	▼ down 95 · -55% births
1970	#150	2,249	▼ down 49 · -40% births
1965	#101	3,773	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Beverly

Best Year1935Rank #20

Peak Count10,503

Average Rank#599

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1900 - 202328 years

The story of Beverly

Beverly has been a beloved American name for over 131 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1893. Its peak popularity was #14 in 1937. More than 382,062 babies have been named Beverly since 1893. Beverly is used for both genders: 99% female and 1% male.

Names that peaked alongside Beverly in 1937:

Mary Barbara Patricia Shirley Betty

Beverly by decade

Beverly peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →

Decade	Births
1880s	107
1890s	97
1900s	300
1910s	3,902
1920s	31,264
1930s	81,808
1940s	95,866
1950s ★	98,317
1960s	45,490
1970s	12,797
1980s	5,422
1990s	3,352
2000s	1,721
2010s	1,446
2020s	173

What are good nicknames for Beverly?

ENGLISH

Bev

What names sound and feel like Beverly?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Beverly also consider these

Bevery

English · a variant of

Beverle

English · Derived from the

Belverly

American · Combination of the

American · A beloved name

Deverly

American · from the riverside

Betterly

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

How is Beverly written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Beverly

What does the name Beverly mean?

Beverly means "derived from a place name, meaning 'beaver stream'." — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Beverly?

Beverly is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Beverly?

Beverly originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Beverly?

Beverly is a three-syllable name pronounced B EH1 V ER0 L IY0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Beverly?

Beverly pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.