Belle

The name Belle is derived from the French word 'belle', meaning 'beautiful'. It was originally used as a descriptive term for a beautiful woman.

Belle gained popularity as a given name in the late 19th century, particularly after the publication of the French novel 'La Belle et la Bête' (The Beauty and the Beast) by Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot de Villeneuve in 1740.

The name further rose in prominence due to the Disney animated film 'Beauty and the Beast' in 1991, where the main character was named Belle.

Belle is a simple yet charming name that evokes qualities of beauty, elegance, and grace.