Beate is a German feminine given name, derived from the Latin word 'beatitudo' meaning 'blessedness' or 'happiness'. It is a variation of the name Beatrice.
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Famous People
Beate Uhse (1919-2001)
Sexologist, entrepreneur
Founded Beate Uhse GmbH, a sex toy and erotic literature company.
Pioneered the open discussion of sexuality in Germany.
Beate Klarsfeld (1939-)
Nazi hunter, human rights activist
Known for publicly shaming former Nazi officials.
Instrumental in the prosecution of numerous war criminals.
Co-founded the Klarsfeld Foundation to combat antisemitism and Holocaust denial.