Bette

At a Glance: Name: Bette – Meaning: pet form of Elizabeth or Bettina; carries the meaning 'God is my oath' – Origin: English/French (short form of Elizabeth or Bettina) – Gender: used for both boys and girls – Pronunciation: BET

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Bette is a pet form of Elizabeth or Bettina, carrying the meaning 'God is my oath.' It has English and French roots, and U.S. baby name records for it stretch all the way back to 1896. If you're after a short, classic-feeling name with that kind of history behind it, Bette is worth a look.

Meaning & Origin of Bette

Meaning: Pet form of Elizabeth or Bettina; carries the meaning 'God is my oath'.

Origin: English/French (short form of Elizabeth or Bettina).

Source: Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Bette

Phonetic: BET   IPA: /bɛt/

Popularity of Bette

Bette had its biggest moment in 1923, when 1,693 girls were given the name and it ranked #148 nationally. By 2024 it had dropped all the way to #9009, with just 11 babies given the name that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1896–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Bette mean?

Pet form of Elizabeth or Bettina; carries the meaning ‘God is my oath’. (Source: Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bette)

How do you pronounce Bette?

Bette is pronounced BET (IPA: /bɛt/).

Is Bette a popular name right now?

Bette peaked at #148 in 1923 and is ranked #9009 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1896–2024.)

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