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Bellami

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Bellami Pronunciation

Bellami is pronounced BEL-ə-mee /ˈbɛl.ə.mi/High

Meaning: From the surname Bellamy, French bel ami, 'beautiful friend' or 'fine friend' — with the feminine -i spelling foregrounding BellaHigh

In 30 seconds: A beautiful friend, spelled with a Bella: Bellami feminizes the surname Bellamy — French 'fine friend' — with an -i finish that brings Bella to the front. Sweet meaning, modern cut.

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Origin MediumFrench, American

MeaningFrom the surname Bellamy, French bel ami, 'beautiful friend' or 'fine friend' — with the feminine -i spelling foregrounding Bella

U.S. rank (2024)#3644 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births42 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 324

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Bellami feminizes Bellamy — the English surname from Old French bel ami, 'beautiful (or fine) friend' — with an -i spelling that highlights Bella. It rides the surname-for-girls wave with a built-in lovely meaning.

It registers thinly and recently for girls. Rare, friend-sweet, and Bella-equipped.

Did you know? Bel ami — 'beautiful friend' — was the title of Guy de Maupassant's famous novel about a charming social climber; the name carries a whiff of French literary glamour.

Overall data confidence 82%

Behind the Name — Bellamy — surname etymology

Variations

BellamyBellamieBella

Nicknames

BellaMimi

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If you like Bellami…

Bellamy— the surname spelling of the same name

Bella— the 'beautiful' name foregrounded in it

Amity— a fellow friendship-meaning name

Everly— the companion modern surname pick

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Bellami?

Bellami is pronounced BEL-ə-mee (/ˈbɛl.ə.mi/). Press play above to hear Bellami said aloud.

How do you say Bellami?

Bellami is said BEL-ə-mee (/ˈbɛl.ə.mi/). Press play above to hear Bellami said aloud.

What does the name Bellami mean?

Bellami is from the surname Bellamy, French bel ami, 'beautiful friend'.

Is Bellami a boy or girl name?

Bellami is used mainly as a girl's name.

How popular is Bellami?

Bellami is a rare, modern name in the U.S.