Bellemy is of French origin, derived from the Occitan language, and means 'beautiful friend'. It was likely borne by a medieval Occitan noble family, suggesting that it was once quite prominent in southern France during the Middle Ages. Today, Bellemy remains a rare but captivating name choice for parents seeking something unique yet elegant for their child.
The name Bellemy experienced a steady increase in popularity between 2018 and 2020, with the number of births nearly doubling from five to ten. However, there was a slight dip in 2021, followed by another increase to eight births in 2022, before dropping slightly again to seven in 2023. Overall, there were forty-seven babies named Bellemy born between 2018 and 2023.