Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

beverly

Proper Noun
/ˈbɛv.ər.li/
Definition
Beverly is a proper noun commonly used as a first name. It can also refer to specific places, such as cities or towns.
Examples
  • Beverly is a popular name for girls in the United States.
  • I visited Beverly Hills during my trip to California.
  • My aunt’s name is Beverly, and she loves to paint.
Meaning
It is derived from the Old English words for ‘beaver’ and ‘lea’, meaning ‘a meadow near a stream where beavers are found.’
Synonyms
  • Bev
  • Beverly Hills (as a place)