Grainne Beeson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Grainne Beeson — grain goddess
150K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Grainne Beeson is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Grainne is a feminine given name of Celtic origin. From Irish Gaelic Gráinne, meaning 'grain goddess' or possibly from grá (love). Gráinne Ní Mháille (Grace O'Malley) was the legendary Irish pirate queen. The surname Beeson: Chalkley Beeson (1848–1912), sheriff of Dodge City, Kansas and proprietor of the Long Branch Saloon Charles Beeson (1957–2021), British television director Charles H. Beeson (1870–1949), American classical scholar Clare-Marie Beeson (born 1948), New Zealand born judge in the Hong Kong judiciary Cyril Beeson (1889–1975), English entomologist and horologist Diana Danielle (Diana Danielle Danny Beeson, born 1991), American-Malaysian actress Duane Beeson (1921–1947), American fighter ace in World War II Henry White Beeson (1791–1863), member of the U.S. Grainne is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 150K people globally, with the highest concentration in Ireland. The name Grainne reached peak popularity in the 1985s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Grainne

Meaning: grain goddess

Celtic

From Irish Gaelic Gráinne, meaning 'grain goddess' or possibly from grá (love). Gráinne Ní Mháille (Grace O'Malley) was the legendary Irish pirate queen.

Surname: Beeson

English

Chalkley Beeson (1848–1912), sheriff of Dodge City, Kansas and proprietor of the Long Branch Saloon Charles Beeson (1957–2021), British television director Charles H. Beeson (1870–1949), American classical scholar Clare-Marie Beeson (born 1948), New Zealand born judge in the Hong Kong judiciary Cyril Beeson (1889–1975), English entomologist and horologist Diana Danielle (Diana Danielle Danny Beeson, born 1991), American-Malaysian actress Duane Beeson (1921–1947), American fighter ace in World War II Henry White Beeson (1791–1863), member of the U.S.

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Geographic Distribution

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

Ireland 86%
United Kingdom 14%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Numerology

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

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Grainne?
The first name Grainne originates from Celtic. From Irish Gaelic Gráinne, meaning 'grain goddess' or possibly from grá (love). Gráinne Ní Mháille (Grace O'Malley) was the legendary Irish pirate queen.
When was Grainne most popular?
The name Grainne reached its peak popularity during the 1985s.
What is the origin of the surname Beeson?
The surname Beeson originates from English. Chalkley Beeson (1848–1912), sheriff of Dodge City, Kansas and proprietor of the Long Branch Saloon Charles Beeson (1957–2021), British television director Charles H. Beeson (1870–1949), American classical scholar Clare-Marie Beeson (born 1948), New Zealand born judge in the Hong Kong judiciary Cyril Beeson (1889–1975), English entomologist and horologist Diana Danielle (Diana Danielle Danny Beeson, born 1991), American-Malaysian actress Duane Beeson (1921–1947), American fighter ace in World War II Henry White Beeson (1791–1863), member of the U.S.
What are the origins of the name Grainne Beeson?
The name Grainne Beeson combines two different traditions: the first name Grainne has Celtic roots, while the surname Beeson originates from English.
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