Beverly Chatham

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Beverly Chatham — English
414K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Beverly Chatham is a name that combines English origins. The first name Beverly is a feminine given name of English origin. Beverly or Beverley is a name and surname. It is derived from an English surname, which was in turn taken from the place name Beverley. The place name derives from Old English, combining befer (beaver) and leah (clearing). It was at one time a common masculine given name, but is now almost exclusively a feminine name due to the popularity of a 1904 novel, Beverly of Graustark by George Barr McCutcheon. Its association with Beverly Hills, California, where many well known film actors live, might also have contributed to its usage in the United States. The surname Chatham: C. J. Chatham (born 1994), American baseball player Charles Chatham (1910–1994), English cricketer Gerald Chatham (1906–1956), American lawyer, lead prosecutor in the Emmett Till case John Chatham (Australian politician) (1866–1925) John Purnell Chatham (1872–1914), American sailor and Medal of Honor recipient Ray Chatham (1924–1999), English footballer Rhys Chatham (born 1952), American musician Richard Thurmond Chatham (1896–1957), American politician Russell Chatham (1939–2019), American landscape artist William Chatham (1859–1941), Scottish-born engineer and government official of Hong Kon. Beverly is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 414K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Beverly reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Beverly

English

Beverly or Beverley is a name and surname. It is derived from an English surname, which was in turn taken from the place name Beverley. The place name derives from Old English, combining befer (beaver) and leah (clearing). It was at one time a common masculine given name, but is now almost exclusively a feminine name due to the popularity of a 1904 novel, Beverly of Graustark by George Barr McCutcheon. Its association with Beverly Hills, California, where many well known film actors live, might also have contributed to its usage in the United States.

Surname: Chatham

Scottish

C. J. Chatham (born 1994), American baseball player Charles Chatham (1910–1994), English cricketer Gerald Chatham (1906–1956), American lawyer, lead prosecutor in the Emmett Till case John Chatham (Australian politician) (1866–1925) John Purnell Chatham (1872–1914), American sailor and Medal of Honor recipient Ray Chatham (1924–1999), English footballer Rhys Chatham (born 1952), American musician Richard Thurmond Chatham (1896–1957), American politician Russell Chatham (1939–2019), American landscape artist William Chatham (1859–1941), Scottish-born engineer and government official of Hong Kon.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Beverly is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Beverly by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Beverly Chatham

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Beverly Chatham:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Beverly?
The first name Beverly originates from English. Beverly or Beverley is a name and surname. It is derived from an English surname, which was in turn taken from the place name Beverley. The place name derives from Old English, combining befer (beaver) and leah (clearing). It was at one time a common masculine given name, but is now almost exclusively a feminine name due to the popularity of a 1904 novel, Beverly of Graustark by George Barr McCutcheon. Its association with Beverly Hills, California, where many well known film actors live, might also have contributed to its usage in the United States.
When was Beverly most popular?
The name Beverly reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Chatham?
The surname Chatham originates from Scottish. C. J. Chatham (born 1994), American baseball player Charles Chatham (1910–1994), English cricketer Gerald Chatham (1906–1956), American lawyer, lead prosecutor in the Emmett Till case John Chatham (Australian politician) (1866–1925) John Purnell Chatham (1872–1914), American sailor and Medal of Honor recipient Ray Chatham (1924–1999), English footballer Rhys Chatham (born 1952), American musician Richard Thurmond Chatham (1896–1957), American politician Russell Chatham (1939–2019), American landscape artist William Chatham (1859–1941), Scottish-born engineer and government official of Hong Kon.
What are the origins of the name Beverly Chatham?
The name Beverly Chatham combines two different traditions: the first name Beverly has English roots, while the surname Chatham originates from Scottish.
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