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Beacon
Pronounced BEE-kun /ˈbiː.kən/High
Meaning: The English word 'beacon' - a guiding light or signal fire (from Old English beacen, 'sign; signal'). Used as an inspiring word name of guidance, which we note honestly.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Beacon comes from Old English beacen ('sign; signal'), the word for a guiding light. As a modern name it reads purposeful and bright, riding the word-name trend, which we note honestly - rare in the U.S. (said 'BEE-kun').
It appears only rarely as a given name in the U.S. Rare, inspiring, and word-based.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Beacon mean?
Beacon is the English word for a guiding light or signal fire, used as an inspiring name, which we note honestly.
How do you pronounce Beacon?
It's said BEE-kun /ˈbiː.kən/ - two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Beacon a boy or girl name?
Beacon is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Beacon?
Beacon is a rare name in the U.S.