Bethania
beth-AY-nee-ah
Bethania is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A biblical place name, meaning 'house of figs' or 'house of affliction' in Aramaic/Hebrew.”. It currently ranks #13695 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2017.
What Bethania Means
“A biblical place name, meaning 'house of figs' or 'house of affliction' in Aramaic/Hebrew.”
The Story of Bethania
A name with a biblical echo, it evokes a specific village known for its fruitfulness, a place of simple sustenance.
Bethania hails from the Aramaic 'Beth-tavni', translating to 'house of figs'. This biblical place name speaks of a location rich in natural bounty. It also carries a secondary, though less common, interpretation of 'house of affliction', a reminder of life's dualities.
This name is for your child who you feel will embrace both joy and challenge with grace. It is for the daughter who you envision bringing comfort, a steady 'house' of support, even through difficult times. You see her as a source of resilience.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
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Peak Year
#17 in 2017
Total Births
229
First Recorded
1969
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