Beth

Meaning of Beth

Beth, a tender feminine name pronounced /bɛθ/, springs from the Hebrew Elisheba—“God is my oath”—and nods to the second letter of the ancient Hebrew alphabet, meaning “house.” What began as a sweet pet form of Elizabeth has grown into a standalone gem, weaving through sacred halls and family fiestas alike. Picture it drifting over sun-drenched cobblestones in a Seville plaza, warm as a mañanita breeze and clear as cathedral bells—a name with the comfy embrace of abuela’s abrazo at dawn and the dash-of-chili spark that keeps every gathering lively. Beth is at once humble and radiant, a timeless companion for any niña ready to write her own legend.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as beth (/bɛθ/)

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Notable People Named Beth

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