Belle is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #1672 in 2001 with 108 recorded births. This places Belle in the top 9% of ranked US girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 339 births ranking #806. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 96.4%. In 2001, approximately 1 in every 16,672 girls born was named Belle. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
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.