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BeverlyChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Beaver meadow

Pronunciation: BEH-ver-lee

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Name
Beverly
Meaning
Beaver meadow
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
BEH-ver-lee
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Beverly mean?

Beverly is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Beaver meadow". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: BEH-ver-lee. Lucky number: 9. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Βέβερλι

απευθύνω, ευνοώ, ευχαριστώ

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

BEH-ver-lee

IPA

/bɛvərli/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Beverly is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Beaver meadow. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

GreenBlue

Lucky Stone

Amethyst

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creative, artistic, and emotional

Personality

Personality Traits

CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Represents refreshment and sustenance in spiritual life, renewal and revival.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Beverly" holds an English origin, and it was once commonly used in the Middle Ages. However, as immigration patterns shifted over time, the name has spread beyond English-speaking areas, and today, it is popular around the world. Its association with the legendary Beverly Hills may have added to its appeal, as the name has come to symbolize luxury, glamour, and success.
Symbolically, the name "Beverly" can be understood as "Mead of God", emphasizing the importance of connecting with the divine and seeking spiritual nourishment. The beverage tree mentioned in the Old English root of the name represents a source of life, much like how God is the source of life and sustenance. Utilizing the spiritual interpretation, the name can be seen as a reminder not only to seek physical sustenance but also to develop a strong spiritual connection with the Divine.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Beverley Minster was consecrated in 1322, and the town's name may have derived from the Old English 'bever', meaning a source or a stream, and 'leah', meaning a wood or a clearing. The town grew around the minster, and was later known as Beverley, after the Beverley Brook that flows through it.

1322

Beverly, Massachusetts was founded in 1640 by English settlers from Salem, and was named after Beverly Farms in England. The name Beverly was popular in England during the Middle Ages, and may have been chosen due to its association with the Beverley Minster and the town's namesake, Saint Beverly, who was a 5th century British martyr.

1640

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Beverly GarlandBeverly Johnson

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Beverly

happiness, bliss, garden, and joy

🇮🇱Hebrew

בְּבֵרְלִי

היא כלי דרך, נחלה, גן, ושמחה

🇬🇷Greek

Βέβερλι

απευθύνω, ευνοώ, ευχαριστώ

🇮🇹Latin

Beverly

beata, felix, laetus, aedificare

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