Bettey Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationBET-ee / ˈbɛtiEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: God is my oath; Hebrew: house of God
Historical & Cultural Background
Bettey is often considered a diminutive of Elizabeth, which has roots in Hebrew. The name Elizabeth has been popular in various cultures and has numerous variants. Bettey reflects a more modern and informal adaptation of the traditional name. It has been used in English-speaking countries, particularly in the 20th century.
Trend Summary
Bettey has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Betty
- Bettie
International Variants
- Elisabeth (German)
- Isabel (Spanish)
- Elisabet (Swedish)
Famous people named Bettey
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Fictional characters named Bettey
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bettey was first seen in the United States in 1922. Bettey has ranked as high as #887 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Bettey has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bettey
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1960 | 5 |