Bea
girl name#2214 in 2025Bea entered the US charts in 1883, peaked at #829 in 1908, ranks #2214 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1883–2025
#2214
rank today
#829
peak (1908)
83
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1111 |
| 1890s | #1362 |
| 1900s | #1227 |
| 1910s | #1376 |
| 1920s | #1859 |
| 1930s | #1753 |
| 1940s | #1817 |
| 1950s | #2955 |
| 1960s | #3823 |
| 1970s | #7399 |
| 1980s | #8204 |
| 1990s | #11720 |
| 2000s | #9555 |
| 2010s | #4916 |
| 2020s | #2623 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Bea has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Bea are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bea alive today was born around 1958, making them about 67 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bea in 2025?
- Bea ranks #2214 among US girl names in 2025, with 83 babies given the name.
- When was the name Bea most popular?
- Bea peaked in 1908, reaching #829 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Bea with classmates?
- Bea will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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