Beecher Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Beecher originates from Old English, meaning 'beech tree dweller'. It evolved from the word 'bece' and has historical forms such as 'Bece'. The name is associated with traits of strength and stability, akin to the beech tree. It does not have a biblical background. Beecher gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly through notable figures like Henry Ward Beecher. Variants include Beach and Beech. Today, it is viewed favorably, reflecting its historical significance.
The name Beecher is most popular in Tennessee, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Beecher has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Beecher' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1381st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1790th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2616th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6318th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19331st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Beecher' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Beecher"
Pronunciation
/ˈbiːtʃər/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Beecher is derived from the Old English word 'bece', meaning 'beech tree', combined with the suffix '-er', which denotes 'one who lives near or works with'.
Meaning
Beech tree dweller
Language Evolution
Bece, Beecher
Historical Usage
The surname Beecher became popular in England and later in America during the 19th century, particularly due to prominent figures such as Henry Ward Beecher, a well-known preacher and social reformer.
Variants & Derivatives
Beach, Beech, Beechers
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Beecher is associated with a sense of historical significance and is often viewed positively due to its connections with influential individuals in American history.
Famous People
Henry Ward Beecher, Catherine Beecher
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Beecher"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Beecher"
"Beecher" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1381st of 7545 | 442 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1790th of 6773 | 297 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2616th of 7552 | 187 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6318th of 10718 | 37 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 19331st of 24088 | 13 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Beecher" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
83.05% 1176th/1416 |
86.58% 1194th/1379 |
38.50% 911th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
50.70% 1193rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Beecher" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Beecher"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Beecher" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.