Betty

Girl's name

Betty is a diminutive 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 253
Peak year 1930

Appears In These Collections

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Betty White - Actress, comedian, animal rights activist.
  • Betty Friedan - Feminist writer, author of "The Feminine Mystique."
  • Betty Ford - Former First Lady, women's rights advocate, addiction awareness.
  • Betty Grable - Actress, pin-up girl during World War II.
  • Betty Shabazz - Civil rights activist, widow of Malcolm X.
  • Betty Lou Gerson - Voice of Cruella de Vil in "101 Dalmatians."
  • Betty Brosmer - Pin-up model, fitness icon in the 1950s.
  • Betty Cuthbert - Australian sprinter, Olympic gold medalist.
  • Betty Garrett - Actress, singer, known for roles in musicals.
  • Betty Boop - Animated cartoon character, iconic 1930s flapper.

Sisters for Betty

Girl names closely related to Betty

Brothers for Betty

Boy names closely related to Betty

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Betty

Keep your name list moving

Save favorites, compare similar names, and keep exploring beyond Betty in the Baby Name Genius app.