Bellamy
Bellamy is a unisex name of French origin meaning “good friend, beautiful friend.” It ranked #797 in the United States in 2025. From the Old French 'bel ami' meaning beautiful friend or good friend.
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how do you pronounce Bellamy?
BEL-ah-mee
where does the name Bellamy come from?
From Norman French elements meaning fair and friend, or a locational surname from the Norman town of Béalleme (Belesme).
It was originally an aristocratic surname in England and France. The name gained modern pop culture recognition through the TV series The 100, in which Bellamy Blake is a central character.
how popular is this name?
Bellamy has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 7 years since 2018, and fell outside it for 1. It peaked at #718 in 2022, and ranked #797 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #797 |
| 2024 | #860 |
| 2023 | #832 |
| 2022 | #718 |
| 2021 | #764 |
| 2020 | #797 |
| 2018 | #960 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Bellamy fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Bellamy?
- Ralph Bellamy (actor)
- Bellamy Young (actress)
- Bellamy Blake (The 100 character)
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what names go well with Bellamy?
Sibling names that share Bellamy's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Bellamy
What does the name Bellamy mean?
Bellamy means “good friend, beautiful friend”.
What is the origin of the name Bellamy?
Bellamy comes from the French naming tradition.
How popular is the name Bellamy?
Bellamy ranked #797 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data.
Is Bellamy a boy or girl name?
Bellamy is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Bellamy?
Bellamy is pronounced BEL-ah-mee, with 3 syllables.
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