Declining since 2007, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Betzy since 1971
Babies named Betzy per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 17 |
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 86 |
| 2000s | 586 |
| 2010s | 236 |
| 2020s | 46 |
Meaning & origin
Betzy is a modern spelling variant of Betsy, the classic diminutive of Elizabeth. First recorded in U.S. data in 1971, it reached its peak popularity in 2006 at rank 13,208, with roughly 1 in 268,000 newborn girls receiving the name that year. Since 2007, however, its usage has been declining steadily, reflecting a broader trend away from Elizabeth-derived nicknames in favor of newer coinages. Betzy remains rare, never charting among the top 1,000 names, and its usage is concentrated in no particular state. The name offers a familiar sound with a distinctive spelling, appealing to parents who want a traditional feel with a modern twist.
Betzy is a variant spelling of Betsy, which itself is a diminutive of Elizabeth. Elizabeth derives from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath' or 'God is abundance'. The spelling Betzy saw modest use in the United States beginning in the 1970s, with a peak in 2006.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Bet, Bets, Zee
Sibling names for Betzy
Names that share Betzy's style, for a brother or sister.
