Beyonce Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Beyoncé originates from the French surname Beyincé, which suggests a meaning related to being 'beyond'. It has evolved into its current form in modern English. The name became popular in the late 1990s with the rise of the artist Beyoncé Knowles, who is recognized for her impactful music career and cultural influence. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Beyonce is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. 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, Beyonce has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Beyonce' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1708th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11564th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Beyonce' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Beyonce"
Pronunciation
/biˈjɒnseɪ/
Origin
African American Vernacular English
Etymology
The name Beyoncé is derived from the maiden name of her mother, Tina Knowles, which is a variant of the French surname 'Beyincé'. It has been suggested that the name means 'beyond' or 'to be beyond'.
Meaning
beyond
Language Evolution
Beyincé (French), Beyoncé (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Beyoncé gained popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s, largely due to the success of Beyoncé Knowles as a member of Destiny's Child and her subsequent solo career.
Variants & Derivatives
Bey, Bey, Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter
Modern Popularity & Image
Beyoncé is viewed as a cultural icon, known for her contributions to music and her influence on fashion and social issues. She is often associated with empowerment and feminism.
Famous People
Beyoncé Knowles, Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Beyonce"
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 "Beyonce"
"Beyonce" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1708th of 35406 | 1,877 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11564th of 30306 | 93 |
Regional Popularity of "Beyonce" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Beyonce" 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) |
42.03% 1926th/4582 |
31.29% 1616th/5164 |
20.03% 1465th/7313 |
20.26% 1512th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Beyonce"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Beyonce" 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.