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Beyonca

bee-YON-sah · Of uncertain origin; likely a variant of Beyoncé, possibly derived from the surname Beyincé or the name Beyoncé itself.

Peak popularity
2003
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Beyonca since 2000

Babies named Beyonca per year in U.S. Social Security records.

81523200020102020Most births 2003Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s155
2010s26
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Beyonca is a rare modern variant of the name Beyoncé, the surname-turned-first-name of the iconic singer. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2000, reflecting the immediate cultural impact of Destiny's Child's rise. The name saw a small peak in 2003, the same year Beyoncé released her debut solo album 'Dangerously in Love', though it has never ranked nationally. Parents choosing Beyonca may be drawn to its melodic sound and association with a living legend, but the spelling deviation makes it even less common than the original. The name remains stable in usage, with no recorded top state popularity, indicating its niche but enduring appeal.

Beyonca is a modern spelling variant of Beyoncé, a name popularized by the American singer Beyoncé Knowles. The original surname Beyoncé may have roots in Louisiana Creole or African American naming traditions. The name gained traction after Beyoncé's rise to fame in the late 1990s, with alternate spellings like Beyonca emerging in the 2000s.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Bey, B, Onca

Variants: Beyoncé, Beyonce, Beionca

Sibling names for Beyonca

Names that share Beyonca's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Beyonca mean?
The meaning of Beyonca is uncertain, as it is a modern variant of Beyoncé. The original surname Beyincé has unknown origins, so Beyonca does not have a traditional etymological meaning.
How popular is the name Beyonca?
Beyonca has never ranked in the top 1000 U.S. baby names. It first appeared in records in 2000 and peaked in 2003, but remains very rare.
Is Beyonca a girl's name or a boy's name?
Beyonca is almost exclusively used as a girl's name, influenced by the female celebrity Beyoncé.