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Betsi
Pronounced BET-see /ˈbet.siː/Medium
Meaning: Betsi is a Welsh spelling and variant of Betsy, itself a pet form of Elizabeth, from the Hebrew Elisheva, 'God is my oath' or 'God is abundance.' In Wales the spelling with an i is the familiar one.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Betsi is the Welsh dress of Betsy, a long-standing pet form of Elizabeth, from the Hebrew Elisheva, 'God is my oath.' The i-spelling marks it as Welsh, and it has both vintage and later scattered use in American records.
It was never common, given to only about fifteen girls a year at its peak, with records reaching back to the mid-twentieth century. A girl named Betsi carries a warm, old-fashioned pet name in Welsh dress.
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Famous Bearers
- ★Betsi Cadwaladr (1789-1860)Welsh nurse who served during the Crimean War; a Welsh health board is named for her
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Betsi mean?
It is a Welsh and variant form of Betsy, a pet form of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath.'
How do you pronounce Betsi?
It is said BET-see /ˈbet.siː/ - two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Betsi a boy or girl name?
Betsi is used as a girl's name.
How popular is Betsi?
It was always rare in the United States, given to only about fifteen girls a year even at its peak.