Betty Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBET-ee / ˈbɛtiEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: God's promise; Hebrew: house of God
Historical & Cultural Background
Betty is traditionally a diminutive of Elizabeth, which has roots in Hebrew. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 19th century. It has often been associated with a friendly and approachable persona. The name has seen various cultural representations in literature and media.
Trend Summary
Betty has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable resurgence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Betsy
- Beth
International Variants
- Beatriz (Spanish)
- Bettina (Italian)
- Elisabeth (German)
Famous people named Betty
Betty White was an American actress and comedian known for her roles in television and film.
Betty Friedan was an American feminist writer and activist, best known for her book 'The Feminine Mystique'.
Betty Davis was an American actress recognized for her intense performances in classic films.
Betty Grable was an American actress and singer, famous for her roles in musicals during the 1940s.
Fictional characters named Betty
Betty Cooper is a character from the 'Archie Comics' series, known for her sweet and caring personality.
Betty Rubble is a character from 'The Flintstones', depicted as the wife of Barney Rubble.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Betty was first seen in the United States in 1904. Betty has ranked as high as #691 nationally, which occurred in 1934, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Texas, Georgia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Betty has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Betty (1958)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
AL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1904 | 8 |
1905 | 5 |
1907 | 5 |
1908 | 7 |
1909 | 5 |
1910 | 5 |
1913 | 6 |
1914 | 10 |
1915 | 11 |
1916 | 8 |
1917 | 9 |
1918 | 21 |
1919 | 19 |
1920 | 25 |
1921 | 37 |
1922 | 35 |
1923 | 56 |
1924 | 68 |
1925 | 84 |
1926 | 91 |
1927 | 105 |
1928 | 119 |
1929 | 133 |
1930 | 156 |
1931 | 151 |
1932 | 169 |
1933 | 156 |
1934 | 170 |
1935 | 151 |
1936 | 116 |
1937 | 122 |
1938 | 110 |
1939 | 130 |
1940 | 115 |
1941 | 121 |
1942 | 111 |
1943 | 89 |
1944 | 74 |
1945 | 62 |
1946 | 47 |
1947 | 45 |
1948 | 43 |
1949 | 35 |
1950 | 31 |
1951 | 39 |
1952 | 41 |
1953 | 25 |
1954 | 36 |
1955 | 21 |
1956 | 34 |
1957 | 31 |
1958 | 31 |
1959 | 22 |
1960 | 29 |
1961 | 15 |
1962 | 15 |
1963 | 14 |
1964 | 15 |
1965 | 18 |
1966 | 20 |
1967 | 13 |
1968 | 19 |
1969 | 14 |
1970 | 8 |
1971 | 10 |
1973 | 15 |
1974 | 10 |
1975 | 8 |
1976 | 6 |
1977 | 5 |
1981 | 7 |
1983 | 6 |
1985 | 5 |
1987 | 5 |
1988 | 6 |