Beverly
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Beverly is a girl name of English origin meaning "place of beavers near a meadow or stream".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
English
Religion
None
Popularity
27 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
7 letters
Meaning
place of beavers near a meadow or stream
Etymology
Derived from Old English beofor ‘beaver’ + leah ‘clearing, meadow’, originally a place name.
Famous People Named Beverly
- Beverly D'Angelo — American actress (born 1951)
- Beverly Cleary — American writer of children's books (1916–2021)
- Beverly Garland — American actress (1926–2008)
- Beverly Johnson — American model and actress
- Beverly Pepper — American artist (1922-2020)
Frequently Asked Questions About Beverly
What does the name Beverly mean?
Beverly means "place of beavers near a meadow or stream", and is of English origin.
What is the origin of the name Beverly?
Beverly originates from English, commonly used in Western Europe.
Is Beverly a boy or girl name?
Beverly is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Beverly associated with?
Beverly is associated with None.
Are there famous people named Beverly?
Yes — notable people named Beverly include Beverly D'Angelo (American actress, born 1951), Beverly Cleary (American writer of children's books, 1916–2021), Beverly Garland (American actress, 1926–2008), Beverly Johnson (American model and actress) and Beverly Pepper (American artist, 1922-2020).
Last updated: June 2026