Bea Name Meaning, Origin & Gender
Bea is listed in our database as a girl name of Latin origin. Its recorded meaning is “Diminutive of Beatrice and variant of Beatrix meaning bringer of joy”.
Bea Name at a Glance
| Name | Bea |
|---|---|
| Meaning | Diminutive of Beatrice and variant of Beatrix meaning bringer of joy. |
| Origin | Latin |
| Gender | Girl |
What Does the Name Bea Mean?
According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Bea means “Diminutive of Beatrice and variant of Beatrix meaning bringer of joy”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.
Bea Name Origin
Our database records Bea under Latin origin. Browse more Latin baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.
Is Bea a Boy or Girl Name?
In our database, Bea is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.
Choosing the Name Bea
When considering Bea for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.
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