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Belle

Belle is a feminine name of French origin, meaning “fair,” “beautiful,” and “lovely one.” The name Belle stirs up nothing but formidable imagery; from the “belle of the ball” to a Tennessee “Southern Belle,” there’s nothing baby Belle can’t do. Disney fans will recognize the charming name of the lead heroine in Beauty and the Beast. Belle was said to have spearheaded a change for Disney princesses, possessing goals and aspirations that went far beyond romance. An iconic figure and fearless princess, Belle would inspire children and parents the world over. A beautiful name like this lends itself to a free-thinking baby ready to make history with more than just their dazzling looks in tow.
French Female
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Meaning

Beautiful, Fair, Lovely one

Popularity

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Pronunciation

bel

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Traits

  • Graceful
  • Charming
  • Sweet
  • Gentle

Compatibility

Belle pairs well with classic and elegant names for siblings. It also makes a lovely middle name choice for longer first names. This name is often associated with a sense of refinement and sophistication, making it a stylish choice for parents seeking a timeless and graceful name.

Graceful Charming Sweet Gentle

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Belle Bennett

Belle Bennett

Actress

Born: April 22, 1891 · Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

Portrait of Belle Montrose

Belle Montrose

Actress

Born: April 16, 1875 · New York City, New York, USA

Portrait of Belle da Costa Greene

Belle da Costa Greene

Librarian

Born: December 13, 1883 · Washington, D.C., USA

Portrait of Belle Boyd

Belle Boyd

Spy

Born: May 9, 1844 · Martinsburg, Virginia (now West Virginia), USA

Portrait of Belle Baker

Belle Baker

Singer

Born: December 25, 1893 · New York City, New York, USA

Portrait of Belle Mitchell

Belle Mitchell

Actress

Born: February 20, 1862 · New York City, New York, USA

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Belle Original form
  • Белль Russian
  • 贝尔 Chinese
  • ბელი Georgian
  • Hindi
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Arabic
  • Hebrew

Cultural Adaptations

  • बेल (Bel) Hindi
  • ベル (Beru) Japanese
  • 벨 (Bel) Korean
  • بيل (Bil) Arabic
  • בֶל (Bel) Hebrew

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Frequently Asked Questions about Belle

What does Belle mean?
Beautiful, Fair, Lovely one
What is the origin of Belle?
Belle has French origins.
Is Belle popular?
Belle has been viewed 103 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Belle?
Similar names include Winnie, Luna, Yohanna, Isha, Jordan.
How do you pronounce Belle?
Belle is pronounced bel.

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