Belize

Belize Meaning & Origin

About Belize
The name "Belize" is derived from the Mayan word "belix," which means "muddy water." It refers to the country's numerous rivers and lagoons that often appear murky due to sedimentation. The name reflects the geographical characteristics of Belize, a Central American nation known for its diverse ecosystems, including the Belize Barrier Reef, dense rainforests, and extensive network of waterways.

🌍 Origin
πŸ“ Name Length
πŸ’¬ Number of Syllables
πŸ”  Starting Letter
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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Belize are female.

Belize Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has increased by 40% over the past year.

Pronunciation

πŸ“‡ Metaphone
PLS
πŸ—½ NYSIIS
BASA
πŸ”Š Soundex
B04020
🎡 Syllabic Pronunciation
B EH0 L IY1 Z
🌐 IPA
/bΙ›Λˆliz/
πŸ”Š Double Metaphone
('PLS', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
B420

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Belize in Braille

Here's how to represent Belize in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Belize in braille

How to Spell the Name Belize in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Belize using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Belize in sign language

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