Belle is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #2096 in 1996 with 7 recorded births. This places Belle in the top 42% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2018 with 218 births ranking #229. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 42,285 girls born was named Belle. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Belle is a graceful French word name meaning beautiful. It feels simple, elegant, and a little storybook-like.
The name has often been used as a short form inside longer names, but it also stands comfortably on its own. Its appeal comes from delicacy, familiarity, and a clear meaning.