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Name Origin

Belle is a French feminine given name meaning 'beautiful.' It originates from the French word 'beau,' which means 'handsome' or 'pretty.'

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Famous People

Belle Boyd (1843-1900)

Confederate Spy

  • Gained notoriety as a Confederate spy during the American Civil War.
  • Was known for her charm and intelligence, using them to gather information from Union soldiers.

Belle da Costa Greene (1889-1950)

Librarian and Art Historian

  • Served as the personal librarian of J. P. Morgan.
  • Developed the Morgan Library & Museum's rare book collection.
  • Was a leading figure in the art world during her time.