Holding steady.
Popularity of Belem since 1951
Babies named Belem per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 36 |
| 1990s | 108 |
| 2000s | 102 |
| 2010s | 39 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Belem is a rare given name in the United States, first appearing on the Social Security list in 1951. The name has never entered the top 1000, and its usage has remained minimal and stable over the decades, with a slight peak in 1999. It is almost exclusively given to girls. The name's origins are unclear; it may be connected to the city of Belém in Brazil or serve as a variant of the biblical place name Bethlehem. Due to its obscurity, no top five states for the name have been recorded. Belem represents a unique choice for parents seeking a name with geographical or spiritual resonance, but one that has not gained mainstream popularity in the United States.
Belem is a rare given name in the United States, first recorded in 1951. It may be inspired by the Brazilian city Belém, which is also a Portuguese word for Bethlehem. Alternatively, it could be a creative spelling or variant of the name Bethlehem, a place associated with the biblical Nativity. The name has never entered widespread use, maintaining a consistent but very low frequency of occurrence.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Belém, Belem
Sibling names for Belem
Names that share Belem's style, for a brother or sister.
