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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Female warrior
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- BEL-uh-triks
Bellatrix is a Latin name meaning "female warrior," pronounced BEL-uh-triks. It's a bold, distinctive choice for a parent who wants a name with a clear, strong meaning behind it.
Meaning & Origin of Bellatrix
Meaning: Female warrior.
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Bellatrix
BEL-uh-triksIPA /ˈbɛlətrɪks/
Popularity of Bellatrix
Bellatrix ranked #3961 in 2024, with 37 babies given the name that year. That's both its latest and its highest ranking in the 2008-2024 data, so it's a rare name that has never climbed higher than it is right now.
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FAQ
What does the name Bellatrix mean?
Female warrior. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Bellatrix?
Bellatrix is pronounced BEL-uh-triks (IPA: /ˈbɛlətrɪks/).
Is Bellatrix a popular name right now?
Bellatrix is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #3961 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2008–2024.)
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