Holding steady.
Popularity of Bethannie since 1979
Babies named Bethannie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 56 |
| 2000s | 49 |
| 2010s | 21 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Bethannie is a modern, creative respelling that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1979. It reached its peak year in 1994, but the name has never entered the top 1000 and remains a rare choice. Because official data shows no rank or one-in-N figure, the name's frequency is below the threshold for statistical reporting. Its trajectory has been stable, with very small numbers each year. Bethannie is a blend of two familiar names, Beth and Annie, giving it a friendly, approachable feel. While it does not appear in top state lists or have notable popularity spikes, its uniqueness may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive variant of Bethany.
Bethannie is a modern coinage, likely formed by blending Beth (a diminutive of Elizabeth) with Annie (a diminutive of Ann) or as a respelling of Bethany. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1979 and saw modest use, peaking in 1994. It remains a rare, creative variant rather than a traditional name with deep historical roots.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Beth, Annie
Sibling names for Bethannie
Names that share Bethannie's style, for a brother or sister.
