The first name Bee is of English origin and is derived from the common insect known for its industriousness and honey production. The name Bee is often chosen for its unique sound and its association with nature. It is typically used as a female given name, though it can also be used for males. Bee is short for longer names such as Beatrice or Beatrix, but it is also a standalone name in its own right.
The name Bee experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a significant increase in usage starting around the late 19th century and peaking in the early 20th century. Between 1883 and 1924, there were 283 recorded births with the name Bee, indicating its growing popularity during this period. However, after 1924, the number of births with this name began to decline sharply, reaching an all-time low in some years like 1974 and 1980 with only 5 births each.
Despite the decline, Bee has continued to appear among birth records throughout the 20th and early 21st centuries, although at a much lower frequency than during its peak popularity. In recent years (2018-2023), there have been an average of around 9 births per year with the name Bee, showing that while it may not be as common as it once was, it remains a recognizable and occasionally chosen given name.
Over the entire span from 1883 to 2023, a total of 661 births were recorded with the name Bee. This historical data provides insight into the ebb and flow of popularity for this distinctive name over more than a century.