Holding steady.
Popularity of Beatric since 1896
Babies named Beatric per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1920, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Beatric's real moment was 1896.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 5 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 30 |
| 1920s | 52 |
| 1930s | 27 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Beatric is an extremely rare spelling variant of the classic name Beatrice. In U.S. Social Security records, it appears only once: in 1896, when it ranked #6448. That year remains its peak, and it has not been recorded since, reflecting a trajectory of stable obscurity. The core name Beatrice, however, has enjoyed enduring popularity, often ranking in the top 100 in the early 1900s and again in the 2010s. Beatric shares the same Latin etymology meaning 'blessed' or 'she who brings happiness'. While no top states recorded this variant, the standard form Beatrice has been favored across many regions, especially in the Northeast and Midwest. Parents choosing Beatric today are likely seeking a distinctive twist on a beloved historical name.
Beatric is a variant spelling of Beatrice, derived from the Latin name Beatrix, which comes from 'beatrix' meaning 'she who makes happy' or 'blessed'. The name was popularized in medieval Europe, notably through Dante Alighieri's 'Divine Comedy', where Beatrice Portinari is a central figure. In English-speaking countries, Beatrice has been in use since the Middle Ages, with Beatric appearing as a less common spelling variant.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bea, Bee, Triss
Sibling names for Beatric
Names that share Beatric's style, for a brother or sister.
