Betha Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBEH-tha / /ˈbɛθə/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: House of God; English: Variant of Elizabeth
Historical & Cultural Background
Betha is often considered a diminutive or variant of Elizabeth, which has roots in Hebrew. The name Elizabeth has been popular in various cultures and has been borne by numerous queens and saints. In English-speaking countries, Betha has been used as a standalone name, though it remains relatively uncommon. The name reflects a blend of religious significance and cultural heritage.
Trend Summary
Betha has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining a rare choice.
Similar Names
Variants
- Beth
- Betty
International Variants
- Elisabeth (German)
- Elisabet (Spanish)
- Elisabetta (Italian)
Famous people named Betha
—
Fictional characters named Betha
—
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Betha was first seen in the United States in 1886. Betha has ranked as high as #899 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Betha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Betha
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1886 | 7 |
| 1900 | 8 |
| 1903 | 7 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1973 | 8 |