Bette

Girl's name

Bette is a diminutive form of the name Elizabeth, which is of Hebrew origin meaning "God is my oath."

Meaning God is my oath
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 11 Rising
Peak year 1924

Appears In These Collections

Names Starting With B

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Bette Davis - Actress known for classic Hollywood films.
  • Bette Midler - Singer, actress, and comedian.
  • Bette Nesmith Graham - Invented Liquid Paper correction fluid.
  • Bette Ford - Actress and model.
  • Bette Bourne - British actor and gay rights activist.

Sisters for Bette

Girl names closely related to Bette

Jayne Colleen Kathleen Diane Lynn Jean Christine Ann

Brothers for Bette

Boy names closely related to Bette

Gregg Neil Scott Brendan Paul Craig Thomas Bruce

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Bette

Babette Belia Bessie Beth Bethann Betsy Bettie Bettina

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