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Bethann

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Pronounced beth-AN /bɛθˈæn/High

Meaning: Bethann joins Beth, a pet form of Elizabeth ('God is my oath'), to Ann ('grace, favor'), a classic mid-century double name.Medium

In 30 seconds: A sweet double name: Bethann pairs Beth (from Elizabeth) with Ann, 'grace' (said 'beth-AN'). Tidy and vintage.
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Origin MediumEnglish, Hebrew
MeaningBethann joins Beth, a pet form of Elizabeth ('God is my oath'), to Ann ('grace, favor'), a classic mid-century double name.
U.S. rank (2023)#10434 ↗ Rising
2023 U.S. births9 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1967
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,834

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196719382023

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Bethann blends Beth (from Elizabeth, 'God is my oath') with Ann ('grace'). It crested near 1967 among fashionable two-part names (said 'beth-AN').

It faded as run-together double names went out of style. Wholesome, neat, and period.

Did you know? Bethann peaked around 1967, when combined names like Maryann and Ruthann were in style.
Overall data confidence 60%
References — Bethann — Blend of Beth (Elizabeth) + Ann

Variations

BethanneBethanyBethann

Nicknames

BethAnnie

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If you like Bethann…

Beth— the Beth half it opens with
Bethany— a close Beth- relative
Annette— a like Ann- extension
Maryann— a like double name of its era

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Bethann mean?

Bethann joins Beth, from Elizabeth ('God is my oath'), with Ann ('grace').

How do you pronounce Bethann?

It's said beth-AN /bɛθˈæn/ — the stress lands on the part shown in capitals.

Is Bethann a comeback name?

It's uncommon today and reads as a mid-century double name.

How popular is Bethann?

Bethann was a modest favorite around the late nineteen-sixties and has been uncommon since.

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