Bessye
girl nameBessye entered the US charts in 1903, peaked at #1792 in 1903, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1903–2025
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rank today
#1792
peak (1903)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1947 |
| 1910s | #3304 |
| 1920s | #4286 |
| 1930s | #3932 |
| 1940s | #4960 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Bessye are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Bessye alive today was born around 1918, making them about 107 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bessye in 2025?
- Bessye is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Bessye most popular?
- Bessye peaked in 1903, reaching #1792 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Bessye with classmates?
- Bessye will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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