Bexley Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Bexley is a name of Old English origin meaning 'bee clearing'. It has evolved from Bexlea in Old English to its modern form. The name is associated with a pleasant and suburban image, and it has gained recognition due to notable figures associated with the area.
The name Bexley is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Bexley has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Bexley' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 21999th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4935th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19428th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1075th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Bexley' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bexley"
Pronunciation
/ˈbɛksli/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Bexley is derived from the Old English elements 'beo' meaning 'bee' and 'leah' meaning 'wood' or 'clearing', suggesting a place associated with bees or a bee clearing.
Meaning
bee clearing
Language Evolution
Bexlea (Old English), Bexley (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Bexley began to gain popularity as a place name in England during the 19th century, particularly as urbanization increased.
Variants & Derivatives
Bex, Bexleyheath, Bexleys
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Bexley is perceived as a charming and suburban area in London, known for its family-friendly environment and green spaces.
Famous People
David Beckham, Jesse Lingard
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bexley"
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 "Bexley"
"Bexley" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 21999th of 24088 | 8 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4935th of 23106 | 232 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 19428th of 35406 | 43 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1075th of 30306 | 2,926 |
Regional Popularity of "Bexley" by Generation for Male 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) |
68.05% 2711th/3984 |
- |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Bexley" 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) |
16.14% 643rd/3984 |
49.41% 2217th/4487 |
16.51% 1126th/6822 |
19.79% 1242nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Bexley"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Bexley" 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.