Besse
girl nameBesse entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #388 in 1889, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
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rank today
#388
peak (1889)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #475 |
| 1890s | #692 |
| 1900s | #1262 |
| 1910s | #2759 |
| 1920s | #3486 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Besse are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Besse alive today was born around 1894, making them about 131 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Besse in 2025?
- Besse is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Besse most popular?
- Besse peaked in 1889, reaching #388 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Besse with classmates?
- Besse will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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