Beacon
Boy nameBeacon has been given to 41 babies in the U.S. since 2018. It peaked in 2022. In 2025, about 1 in 244,011 boys was named Beacon.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
41
Peak year
2022 (8 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2018
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Beacon — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Beacon.
Sibling name ideas for Beacon
Same era and popularity as Beacon, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Beacon?
Beacon has been given to 41 babies in the U.S. since 2018. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Beacon peak?
Beacon peaked in 2022, when 8 babies were given the name.
Is Beacon a girl or boy name?
Beacon is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Beacon are boys).
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