The baby name Bethaney is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈbɛθəni/ (BETH-ə-nee); variant /bəˈθeɪni/ (buh‑THAY‑nee).
Bethaney is Hebrew in Origin.
The baby name Bethaney is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈbɛθəni/ (BETH-ə-nee); variant /bəˈθeɪni/ (buh‑THAY‑nee).
Bethaney is Hebrew in Origin.
Bethaney is a modern English spelling variant of Bethany, the New Testament place-name borne by the village near Jerusalem associated with Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. The name entered English through Greek Bethania, itself from Hebrew/Aramaic beth/beit “house (of).” The second element is debated: often linked to ani/anya “poor, afflicted” (yielding “house of the poor/affliction”), but sometimes connected with terms for figs or dates, giving “house of figs/dates.” Because of this, multiple nuanced meanings circulate in use.
Bethany gained currency as a forename among English speakers in Puritan circles and was later revived in the 19th century, rising sharply in the late 20th century in the UK and United States. Bethaney arose during that rise as a stylistic -aney spelling, remaining uncommon and chiefly British. Related forms include Bethany, Bethanie, Bethanee, and Bethani; familiar diminutives include Beth, Betty, Betsy, and Annie.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JM | Girls | 0 | #278 | 1 | 7,507 |
| PA | Girls | 0 | #518 | 1 | 9,861 |
| CR | Girls | 0 | #573 | 1 | 11,342 |
| United States | Girls | 2014 | #928 | 5 | 9,590 |
| ZA | Girls | 0 | #1,236 | 1 | 25,928 |
Bethaney is popular in 5 countries — most recent births per country:
Did we miss something about this name? Let us know!