5079 Beautiful Baby Names That Start With B

Blossom with these breathtaking options for your bundle of joy.

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The second letter in the English alphabet has been around for a long time, about 3000 years ago in 1000 BCE. Before B became a part of the English alphabet, it was originally a part of the Phonecian alphabet and was referred to as ‘beth. Baby names that start with B originate from different languages and cultures. Back then, the Phonecian B was not written the same way as the contemporary letter B, it resembled the shape of a floor plan of a house since the word ‘beth’ means ‘house.’ In Hebrew, B was also known as beth, bet, or bayt. Through the centuries, B has undergone different changes and was given different names in various parts of the world. B is known as ‘beta’ in the Greek alphabet. Over the centuries, the usage of B has been associated with the number two. For instance, plan B is often considered the alternative to plan A.

Names starting with the letter B hold significant popularity in the US. From the past to the present and across various fields, many inspirational individuals have carried this initial as their first name, leaving a lasting impact in their respective areas. A few notable individuals who have made their mark in history are Benjamin Franklin, Barack Obama, and Bill Gates. A few individuals who have their names lit up on the silver screens are Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter, Brad Pitt, Billie Eilish, and Benedict Cumberbatch.
Some names have been a family favorite for decades.

According to the SSA, Benjamin, a Hebrew name that means ‘son of the right hand,’ has remained in the top 100 names for boys for almost five decades (1). Brooklyn, a feminine name inspired by the borough name, meaning ‘broken land’ in Dutch, has been in the top 100 names for girls for nearly two decades (2). Explore our extensive list of names starting with the letter B, where you will find timeless classics and modern stars.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Benjamin	Boy	Son of the right hand; Son of the south
Brooklyn	Girl	Broken land; Marsh; One who lives near a brook
Bella	Girl	Beautiful; God is my oath
Brooks	Boy	Stream; One who lived near a brook or stream
Beau	Boy	Beautiful; Handsome
Brielle	Girl	God is my strength
Bryson	Boy	Freckled; Son of Brice; Speckled man's son
Brayden	Boy	Broad valley; Wise; Brave; Descendant of Bradán; Salmon
Braxton	Boy	Bracca's settlement
Bryce	Boy	Freckled; Strength; Swift; Speckled

Blakely	Girl	Black; Dark; Woodland clearing
Brantley	Boy	Fire; Steep meadow
Brandon	Boy	Prince; Chieftain; Gorse hill; Hill covered with broom
Brianna	Girl	High; Power; Hill
Bradley	Boy	A broad clearing or field
Beckett	Boy	Beehive; Stream
Beckham	Boy	Becca's homestead
Brady	Boy	Spirited; Descendant of Brádach
Bodhi	Boy	One who is awakened and enlightened
Bryan	Boy	Strong; Noble; High; Hill

Brian	Boy	High; Power; Hill
Brooklynn	Girl	Broken land; Marsh; One who lives near a brook
Briella	Girl	God is my strength
Bowen	Boy	Son of Owen; Noble; Victorious
Briggs	Boy	Bridge
Bianca	Girl	White; Pure; Fair-colored
Braylen	Boy	Broad valley; Salmon; Marsh
Braelynn	Girl	Primrose; Hill
Braylon	Boy	Broad valley; Hill; Salmon
Bonnie	Girl	Beautiful; Good

Blair	Girl	Field; Plain; Battlefield
Bodie	Boy	Awakening; Enlightenment; Large-bodied
Baylee	Girl	Bailiff; Administrator
Bruce	Boy	From the woods; The willowlands
Brixton	Boy	A district in South London; Stone of the Saxon lord Brixi
Beatrice	Girl	Voyager; Blessed one
Boone	Boy	One who grows beans; Good
Benson	Boy	Son of Benedict; Blessed
Braylee	Girl	Brier clearing; Meadow clearing
Briana	Girl	High; Power; Hill

Blaire	Girl	Field; Plain; Battlefield
Bethany	Girl	House of figs
Bruno	Boy	Armor; Protection; Burnished; Polished; Brown
Brycen	Boy	Son of Brice; Speckled man's son
Baylor	Boy	One who delivers goods; Measuring stick
Bridger	Boy	Someone living or working near a bridge
Bridget	Girl	The exalted one; Power; Strength; Virtue
Braelyn	Girl	Primrose; Hill
Byron	Boy	Barn; From the barn; Place of the cow sheds
Bexley	Girl	Wood land clearing surrounded by box trees

Brendan	Boy	Fiery hill; Prince; King
Ben	Boy	Son
Bjorn	Boy	Bear
Brock	Boy	Badger; Badger-like
Bria	Girl	Hill; Power; High; God is my strong man
Benicio	Boy	Blessed; Benevolent
Bryant	Boy	High; Hill; Might; Power; Honorable; Virtuous
Brodie	Boy	Mire; Muddy place; Ditch; Second son
Bode	Boy	Order; Command
Bear	Boy	Produce; To give birth; Brown; Bear

Belen	Girl	Derived from Bethlehem; House of bread
Boden	Boy	Messenger; Bottom; Small hut; Descendant of Buadan; One who takes shelter
Bronson	Boy	Son of Brown; Son of the dark-skinned
Brennan	Boy	Rain; Moisture; Drop
Brynleigh	Girl	Hill; Mound; Burnt meadow
Birdie	Girl	Little bird; Bright; Bringing victory
Braden	Boy	Broad valley; Brave; Salmon
Barbara	Girl	Stranger; Foreigner
Brayan	Boy	Hill; Noble; Power
Brecken	Boy	Freckled; Speckled

Branson	Boy	Burning sword; Son of Brandr
Brittany	Girl	From Britain; From the land of Britons
Benedict	Boy	Blessed
Bishop	Boy	Overseer
Benny	Boy	Son of the South; Son Of the Right Hand; Blessed
Boaz	Boy	Swift; By strength
Billy	Boy	Warrior; Strong-willed protector
Belle	Girl	Beautiful; God is my oath
Brett	Boy	A Breton or a person from Brittany
Braydon	Boy	A wide hillside; From Bradden

Beatrix	Girl	Voyager; Blessed
Blake	Girl	Pale
Benito	Boy	Blessed; Well-spoken
Benaiah	Boy	Yahweh has built
Betty	Girl	Oath of God
Bernadette	Girl	Brave bear
Brice	Boy	Freckled; Speckled
Booker	Boy	One who makes books
Brent	Boy	Holy one; From a steep hill; Sword; Warrior
Benton	Boy	Settlement in a grassy place; Bent grass enclosure; One who is from the place where the bent grass grows

Bilal	Boy	The Prophet's person; Calling prayer; Winner; Full moon; Water; Victorious
Brentley	Boy	A hilltop; Steep hill
Blessing	Girl	Consecration
Brayson	Boy	Hill; Son of Bray
Beverly	Girl	Beaver stream
Bernard	Boy	Brave bear; Strong
Brogan	Boy	Little shoe; Strong; Son of Brogan
Brynley	Unisex	Burned clearing; Hill; Mound
Bryn	Girl	Hill; Mound; Meadow bridge
Brexton	Boy	Bracca's town

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There is a whole world of interesting appellations for parents who wish to choose a baby name that starts with B. The history of the letter reveals that it has existed since 1000 BCE, evolving from its Phoenician roots as ‘beth,’ symbolizing a house, to the contemporary letter in the English alphabet as we know it now. Names that start with the letter B have their unique charm in different languages and cultures. You might also find inspiration in names used by famous stars and important people, giving your choice a special and meaningful touch. Dive into this treasure trove of names to find the one that best suits your baby boy or girl.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the most popular B name?

According to official SSA data, several B-letter names have become popular in the US over the past couple of decades. These include masculine names Benjamin (the right side), Brayden (salmon), and Brandon (prince), along with feminine names like Brooklyn (broken-land), Bailey (manager), and Brielle (God is my strength) (3).

2. Which biblical names start with B?

Several biblical characters have names that start with the letter B. These include the masculine names Benjamin (son of Jacob and Rachel), Bartholomew (one of Jesus's twelve apostles), and Barnabas (Christian disciple and companion of Paul), as well as feminine names such as Bathsheba (wife of King David) and Beulah (land that the people of Israel will marry).

Infographic: Baby Names Starting With B

Names that start with the letter B have a timeless charm and wide appeal. Many prominent personalities have borne names beginning with B. At the same time, the letter B is a reminder of positive qualities such as bold, brilliant, bright, brave, and blessed. The names starting with B in the infographic below are found in different parts of the world.

baby names starting with b (infographic)

References

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Popularity of name Benjamin.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/
Popularity of name Brooklyn.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/
Popular names of the period 2010s.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/decades/names2010s.html

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