Belle vs Berkley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Belle

Girl #1,008 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"beautiful"

Origin: French

Cultural Roots

French American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,008
Total SSA Count
254
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bel, Bey, Beie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Belle Rank #1,008
Berkley Rank #882

Berkley is more popular, ranked #882 vs #1008 for Belle.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Belle ___

  • Belle Rose
  • Belle Mae
  • Belle Anne
  • Belle Grace
  • Belle Elise
  • Belle Claire

Berkley ___

  • Berkley Grace
  • Berkley Rose
  • Berkley Mae
  • Berkley Jane
  • Berkley Quinn
  • Berkley Paige

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Belle

Violet Pearl Ivy Finn Jasper

If you choose Berkley

Harper Hadley Ainsley Finley Presley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Belle or Berkley more popular?

Berkley is more popular, ranked #882 compared to Belle at #1008 in the United States.

What do Belle and Berkley mean?

Belle means "beautiful" (French origin). Berkley means "birch tree meadow" (Old English origin).

Are Belle and Berkley boy or girl names?

Belle is primarily a girl name. Berkley is primarily a girl name.

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