Bethany
Meaning of Bethany
The name Bethany is a beautiful and timeless choice for a baby girl. It has its origins rooted in the Bible, specifically from the ancient town of Bethany near Jerusalem, which holds significant religious importance as the home of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. Pronounced as BEH-thuh-nee (/bɛˈθɑni/), this name exudes a gentle and serene quality. Over the years, Bethany has seen varying levels of popularity in the United States, peaking in usage during the late 1980s and early 1990s. While its ranking has fluctuated over time, it remains a cherished name with associations of warmth and kindness. Variations like Bethanie offer a slight twist on this classic name while retaining its sweet essence. Whether you are drawn to its biblical roots or its melodic sound, Bethany is a name that carries both history and grace.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as BEH-thuh-nee (/bɛˈθɑni/)
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Notable People Named Bethany
| Bethany Joy Lenz is a multi-talented American actress, singer-songwriter, and filmmaker known for her roles in One Tree Hill and Guiding Light, as well as her music career and podcast hosting. |
| Bethany Meilani Hamilton is an American professional surfer and writer who survived a shark attack, returned to professional surfing, and shared her story in the autobiography "Soul Surfer," which was later adapted into a feature film. |
| Bethany Noel Mota is an American video blogger known for her fashion and style haul videos on her YouTube channel Macbarbie07, and has expanded into her own fashion line at Aéropostale. |
| Bethany Sharayah Cosentino is an American singer and songwriter, known for her work as one half of the indie rock duo Best Coast and as a cofounder of the hypnagogic pop band Pocahaunted. |
| Bethany Dillon, now known as Bethany Barnard, is a successful Contemporary Christian music artist with several acclaimed albums and award nominations. |
| Bethany Christine Meyers is an American fitness and lifestyle entrepreneur, best known as the founder and CEO of be.come, an exercise fitness program and mobile application. |
| Bethany Catherine Balcer is a forward for OL Reign in the NWSL. |
| Bethany Koby is an American designer and inventor, known for her role as the co-founder and CEO of Tech Will Save Us. |
| Bethany Charlotte Firth is a Northern Irish Paralympic swimmer who has won six gold medals in the 100 meters backstroke and other events, representing both Ireland and Great Britain. |
| Bethany Lee McLean is an American journalist and contributing editor for Vanity Fair magazine, renowned for her coverage of the Enron scandal and the 2008 financial crisis. |
| Bethany Yellowtail is a Native American fashion designer from Los Angeles, California, known for her culturally inspired designs and as the CEO of B.Yellowtail. |
| Bethany Hall-Long - Bethany A. Hall-Long is an American politician and member of the Democratic Party, currently serving as the 26th lieutenant governor of Delaware since 2017, with previous experience in the Delaware Senate and House of Representatives. |
| Bethany Charlotte Harmer is an English cricketer known for her all-round skills and currently plays for Derbyshire, The Blaze, and Northern Superchargers. |
| Bethany Sarah Whitmore is an Australian actress known for her roles in The Starter Wife, Mary and Max, Mental, Girl Asleep, The Family Law, and Picnic at Hanging Rock. |
| Bethany Jean Alvord is an American lawyer and judge from Connecticut, currently serving as a Judge on the Connecticut Appellate Court. |
