What is the origin of the name Betania?

Betania is a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Betania?

Betania is currently ranked #10374 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Betania?

Betania is pronounced beh-TAH-nee-ah.

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GirlHebrew

Betania

beh-TAH-nee-ah

Popularity

#10374

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

371

Peak Year

#42 in 2017

First Recorded

1983

Style

Spiritual & Biblical

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

Derived from the biblical place name Bethany, meaning "house of figs" or "house of affliction."

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Numerology

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Nicknames

Beth Bet Tania

Spelling Variations

Bethany Betaniah

Similar Names

Antonella Daniela Estefania Gabriela

Personality Traits

SpiritualCompassionateKindGenerous

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