Betina Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationbeh-TEE-nah / bɛˈtiːnəHebrew; Italian
Meaning
Hebrew: God is my oath; Italian: little Betty
Historical & Cultural Background
Betina is often considered a diminutive of Elizabeth, which has roots in Hebrew. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in Italian-speaking regions. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is sometimes associated with a sense of elegance and femininity.
Trend Summary
Betina has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bettina
- Betty
International Variants
- Bettina (German)
- Betina (Spanish)
Famous people named Betina
Betina L. is a Brazilian artist recognized for her contemporary paintings.
Fictional characters named Betina
Betina is a character in the children's book series 'The Adventures of Betina' where she explores friendship and adventure.
Betina is a supporting character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus' known for her curiosity.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Betina was first seen in the United States in 1946. Betina has ranked as high as #1024 nationally, which occurred in 1973, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, North Carolina, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Betina has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Betina (1980)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| IL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 13 |
| 1958 | 14 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 25 |
| 1961 | 21 |
| 1962 | 17 |
| 1963 | 28 |
| 1964 | 28 |
| 1965 | 32 |
| 1966 | 46 |
| 1967 | 32 |
| 1968 | 40 |
| 1969 | 27 |
| 1970 | 28 |
| 1971 | 28 |
| 1972 | 34 |
| 1973 | 49 |
| 1974 | 27 |
| 1975 | 37 |
| 1976 | 23 |
| 1977 | 20 |
| 1978 | 31 |
| 1979 | 35 |
| 1980 | 41 |
| 1981 | 36 |
| 1982 | 29 |
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2024 | 9 |