Declining since 2020, #1,359 for girls today.
Popularity of Beatrix since 1883
Babies named Beatrix per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 7 |
| 1890s | 40 |
| 1900s | 27 |
| 1910s | 92 |
| 1920s | 62 |
| 1930s | 37 |
| 1940s | 34 |
| 1950s | 38 |
| 1960s | 69 |
| 1970s | 42 |
| 1980s | 21 |
| 1990s | 100 |
| 2000s | 530 |
| 2010s | 1,907 |
| 2020s | 1,104 |
Meaning & origin
The name Beatrix has a long history, first recorded in U.S. data in 1883, but has never been common. In 2025, it ranked 1,359th, with roughly 1 in 9,921 babies receiving the name. Its peak year came in 2019, showing a recent surge before beginning a downward trajectory since 2020. Beatrix is most popular in Oregon, Washington, and Pennsylvania. The name's Latin roots give it a classic, scholarly feel, yet it remains refreshingly uncommon. Its connection to the beloved children's author Beatrix Potter adds literary charm, though the name stands well on its own with a crisp, melodic sound.
Beatrix derives from the Latin name Viatrix (feminine form of Viator, meaning traveler or voyager), which was later altered by association with the Latin word beatus (blessed). In Christian tradition, it was reinterpreted as 'she who brings happiness.' The name was borne by early saints, including a 4th-century martyr, and became common across Europe during the Middle Ages, particularly in Italy (Beatrice) and England.
Where Beatrix is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Beatrix” around the world
Where Beatrix lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Sources: CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bea, Trixie, Bix
Sibling names for Beatrix
Names that share Beatrix's style, for a brother or sister.
