Bellamy: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: b-ehll-ahmy
Origin: United States
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: Beautiful friend or "handsome friend," Bellamy symbolizes the bond of friendship and beauty

Bellamy is a name that has evolved significantly over time, transitioning from a surname to a popular given name. Originating from the French term "bel ami," meaning "beautiful friend" or "handsome friend," Bellamy symbolizes the bond of friendship and beauty. This name has been associated with nobility and power in its historical context, but its modern usage reflects a more contemporary trend of adopting surnames as given names. Bellamy's popularity has been rising, making it a versatile and charming choice for both boys and girls.

Bellamy Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Bellamy is currently #1820 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Bellamy is currently #1003 on Kiindred Girl Names

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