Maybeth Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAY-beth //ˈmeɪ.bɛθ//
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: a variant of 'Mabeth'; Hebrew: 'God is my oath'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Maybeth is a combination of the names May and Beth, with roots tracing back to the Hebrew name Elisheba, meaning "God is my oath." The name Beth itself is a diminutive of Elizabeth, which has a rich linguistic history. Elizabeth was adopted into Greek as Elisabet, then into Latin as Elisabetha, and subsequently into Old French before entering the English language.
The name May, often associated with the month of May, derives from the Latin word "Maius," named after the Roman goddess Maia, who was associated with spring and fertility. The fusion of these two names into Maybeth reflects a blending of cultural and linguistic influences over time.
Historically, the name Elizabeth has been borne by numerous significant figures, including Elizabeth I of England, who reigned from 1558 to 1603 and is remembered for her role in the English Renaissance and the defeat of the Spanish Armada. The name has also been prominent in religious texts, with Elizabeth being the mother of John the Baptist in the New Testament.
The King James Bible, published in 1611, further solidified the name's presence in English-speaking cultures, as it provided a widely read account of biblical figures, including Elizabeth. Culturally, names like Maybeth carry connotations of grace and promise, often associated with springtime renewal and the virtues of loyalty and faithfulness, as suggested by their etymological roots.
The name's unique composition allows it to evoke both the freshness of May and the steadfastness of Beth, making it a name that resonates with themes of hope and commitment. While diminutive forms like May or Beth may be used in casual contexts, the full form Maybeth encapsulates a blend of historical significance and cultural richness.
Fictional characters named Maybeth
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Maybeth is a fictional character from the play and film The Children's Hour. She is a student whose malicious lies lead to devastating consequences for her teachers and their lives.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Maybeth. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maybeth was first seen in the United States in 1915.
Maybeth has ranked as high as #6542 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Maybeth has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Maybeth is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Maybeth was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Maybeth.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 1947 | 5 | 5 |
| 1929 | 5 | 5 |
| 1926 | 5 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 | 5 |
| 1921 | 6 | 6 |
| 1920 | 6 | 6 |
| 1919 | 7 | 7 |
| 1917 | 5 | 5 |
| 1915 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Maybeth
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