Meaning of name Belle
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Meaning 
The name Belle has the following meaning: Often confused as a short-form for Bella, "Belle" also means "Beautiful", but it originates from France. It was fashionable for only a brief spell in the late 19th century. It is a female name, suitable for baby girls.
Pronunciation  The name Belle is pronounced as bell
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Style 
We think the name Belle should fall under the following style category: Traditional. See other Traditional girl names
Impression 
Based on our research, most people would imagine a person with the name Belle to be: A graceful and beautiful, petite, little ladyIn one word, you might describe Belle as a(n) " beautiful" person. See other "beautiful" names for girls.
Popularity 
As a baby girl name, Belle is currently not a popular baby name in the USA.
The following chart shows the popularity of the name Belle in the USA, over the past 100 years.
Famous persons  The names of some famous persons by the name Belle (or its variants) are: Belle Sherwin, born on 20 March, a famous Suffragist. Belle Sherwin's background: She was the Director of Cleveland Welfare Federation, and subsequently went on to become Vice-president and then President of the League of Women Voters. As a result, she earned her reputation of a dedicated Suffragist leader. Belle Starr, born on 5 February , a famous Outlaw. Belle Starr's background: Famous American Outlaw. Despite her classical education, she turned outlaw with the likes of Jesse James. All her husbands were criminals. She was ambushed and killed in 1889, but her murder was never solved.
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