Bellamy

Bellamy is a unisex name of English origin meaning “fair and friend.” In 2024 it was given to 702 babies in the United States.

Bellamy at a glance

Gender
Unisex name
Origin
English & American
Meaning
“fair and friend”
Pronunciation
/ˈbɛləmi/

About the name Bellamy

Bellamy belongs to the English & American tradition. Its meaning — “fair and friend” — is the sense carried by its English roots, and it is the meaning we verified against published sources for this page.

In the United States, Bellamy first appears in Social Security records in 1993 and has been given to 6,035 babies since 1880, including 702 in 2024.

Bellamy in US records

First recorded (US)
1993
Babies named Bellamy in 2024
702
Total since 1880
6,035

Bellamy in England & Wales records

First recorded (since 1996)
2015
Babies named Bellamy in 2025
13
Total since 1996
104

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Bellamy mean?

Bellamy means “fair and friend” in its English roots. We check every meaning against published sources before it appears here.

Is Bellamy a boy or girl name?

Bellamy is a unisex name. In 2024, 702 babies received the name in the US.

What origin is the name Bellamy?

Bellamy comes from the English & American tradition.

How popular is the name Bellamy?

Bellamy is uncommon in US records — it first appears in 1993 and has been given to 6,035 babies since 1880.

How do you pronounce Bellamy?

Bellamy is pronounced /ˈbɛləmi/ (IPA).

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