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Belem

Girl name · Mexican

Meaninghouse of bread · Hebrew

Belem is a Mexican girl name meaning “house of bread”, with Hebrew roots. Many Hebrew names come from the Bible, which is why they've been carried through families for thousands of years. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.

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  • GenerationBelem peaked in 1951, which makes it a classic Baby Boomer name. The typical Belem you'd meet today is about 74 years old.
  • HistoryBelem first shows up in US birth records in 1951, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 74 years since.
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US births per million girls, 1951–2025

05.5111951196020002019

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Belem

Belem is a girl name of Mexican origin meaning “house of bread”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It was most fashionable in the 1950s, which gives it a vintage, grandparent-chic charm. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

Origin:Mexican names

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Questions about the name Belem

What does the name Belem mean?

Belem means “house of bread” and comes from Hebrew. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Bethany (“house of figs”).

What is the origin of the name Belem?

Belem is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Hebrew. Other Mexican names to consider are Olivia (“olive tree”), Emma (“whole, universal”), Amelia (“work, industrious”) and Mia (“possibly beloved”).

Is Belem a boy or girl name?

Belem is a girl name.

How popular is the name Belem?

Belem is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2019. It peaked at #4,833 in 1951, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.

What names are similar to Belem?

If you like Belem, you might also like Bethany.

What should I know before naming my baby Belem?

Belem is a Mexican girl name meaning “house of bread”, with Hebrew roots. Many Hebrew names come from the Bible, which is why they've been carried through families for thousands of years. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.