Betsy Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationBET-see / ˈbɛtsi

Hebrew; English

Meaning

Hebrew: God is my oath; English: Diminutive of Elizabeth

Historical & Cultural Background

Betsy is traditionally a diminutive form of Elizabeth, which has roots in Hebrew. The name has been used in English-speaking countries since the 18th century. It has often been associated with a friendly and approachable persona. Betsy gained popularity in the United States during the 19th century.

Trend Summary

Betsy has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in recent decades.

Similar Names

BetteBettinaBeckyBellaBridgetBrenda

Variants

  • Betsey
  • Bette

International Variants

  • Betsie (Dutch)
  • Bettina (Italian)

Famous people named Betsy

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Fictional characters named Betsy

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Sibling Suggestions

BettyElizabethBeatriceBenedictBenson

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Betsy was first seen in the United States in 1942. Betsy has ranked as high as #924 nationally, which occurred in 1942, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Betsy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Betsy

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19425
19615