Bety Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBET-ee / /ˈbɛti/Hebrew; Spanish
Meaning
Hebrew: God's promise; Spanish: a diminutive of Elizabeth
Historical & Cultural Background
Bety is often considered a diminutive form of Elizabeth, which has roots in Hebrew and has been popular in various cultures. In Spanish-speaking countries, Bety is commonly used as a familiar or affectionate form of the name. The name Elizabeth has been historically significant, associated with various queens and figures in history.
Trend Summary
Bety is less common in the U.S. but reflects a classic trend of diminutive names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Betty
- Bette
International Variants
- Elisabeth (German)
- Elisabet (Catalan)
- Isabel (Spanish)
Famous people named Bety
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Fictional characters named Bety
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bety was first seen in the United States in 1925. Bety has ranked as high as #891 nationally, which occurred in 1926, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Bety has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bety
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |