Betsey
Betsey: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Betsey
- A diminutive of the female given name Elizabeth.
How popular is Betsey?
Since 1880, 2,481 girls in the U.S. have been named Betsey. Its highest rank for girls was #725 in 1889. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Betsey FAQ
What does the name Betsey mean?
A diminutive of the female given name Elizabeth.
How popular is the name Betsey?
Since 1880, 2,481 girls in the U.S. have been named Betsey. Its highest rank for girls was #725 in 1889. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Betsey a boy or girl name?
Betsey is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 2,481 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.