Declining since 2002.
Popularity of Beyonce since 1998
Babies named Beyonce per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 85 |
| 2000s | 1,666 |
| 2010s | 203 |
| 2020s | 16 |
Meaning & origin
Beyoncé is a modern given name that emerged as a direct result of the global fame of singer and cultural icon Beyoncé Knowles-Carter. First recorded in 1998, the name saw its peak year in 2001, shortly after the singer's debut with Destiny's Child. It has been on a downward trajectory since 2002, reflecting the typical pattern of celebrity-inspired names. Despite its decline, Beyoncé remains a highly recognizable and culturally significant name, uniquely tied to one of the most influential entertainers of the 21st century.
Beyoncé is a modern given name derived from the surname Beyoncé, which itself was a variant of Beyincé, the maiden name of singer Beyoncé's mother. The name gained widespread use after the singer's rise to fame in the late 1990s. It has no traditional etymological roots in any ancient language.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bey, Yoncé
Variants: Beyoncé, Beyoncee, Beyonsay
Sibling names for Beyonce
Names that share Beyonce's style, for a brother or sister.
