Bevin – Name Meaning
The name Bevin is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic word “beith”, which means “life”. It is a unisex name that can be used for both boys and girls.
History and Origin
The name Bevin has been in use since the Middle Ages in Ireland. It was popularized by the famous Irish poet William Butler Yeats, who wrote a poem about a young girl named Bevin. The name has also been used in literature, such as in the novel “The Catcher in the Rye” by J.D. Salinger.
Popularity
Bevin is not a particularly common name, but it has seen some popularity in recent years. In 2018, it was ranked #7,845 on the Social Security Administration’s list of most popular baby names in the United States.
Famous People Named Bevin
There are several notable people who have been given the name Bevin, including:
- Bevin Alexander, American historian and author
- Bevin Prince, American actress
- Bevin Koehler, American Olympic swimmer
- Bevin Bell-Hall, American politician
Variations of the Name
The name Bevin can also be spelled as Bevyn or Bevinn. There are also variations of the name with different spellings and pronunciations such as Béibhinn (Irish) and Bébhinn (Gaelic).