NAME PROFILE
Betty
Betty is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath.' It carries a sense of warmth, friendliness, and reliability, often associated with a cheerful and nurturing personality.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,004,857 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1930 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 21%OH — 21%CA — 20%PA — 19%NC — 19%
Notable People
Betty White (Actress, *The Golden Girls*) · Betty Davis (Singer) · Betty Friedan (Feminist, Author of *The Feminine Mystique*) · Betty Boop (Cartoon Character) · Betty Crocker (Culinary Icon)
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