Betsy
Meaning of Betsy
Betsy is a female name with American and British English pronunciations both pronounced as BET-see (/ˈbɛtsi/). It is a variant of the name Betsey or Betsie. The origin of the name Betsy is uncertain, but it is commonly considered to be a diminutive form of Elizabeth.
In terms of popularity, Betsy has seen fluctuations over the years in the United States. In recent years, it has been less commonly used, ranking around 2000-2500 in popularity. However, it was more popular in the mid-20th century, reaching its peak in the 1960s when it ranked within the top 300 names for newborn girls.
Betsy has classic charm and carries associations of strength and femininity. It may appeal to parents looking for a timeless yet uncommon choice for their baby girl's name.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as BET-see (/ˈbɛtsi/)
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Notable People Named Betsy
| Elizabeth Griscom Ross, also known as Betsy Ross, was an American upholsterer credited with making the second official U.S. flag, although the historical accuracy of this claim is debated. |
| Betsy Harrison Gagne - Betsy Harrison Gagné (1947–2020) was a renowned botanist, conservation biologist, and environmental activist. |
| Betsy Bloomingdale - Betty Lee Bloomingdale was an influential American socialite and philanthropist, known for her status as a fashion icon and her inclusion in the International Best Dressed List. |
| Betsy Reilly Lewin is an American illustrator known for her work on children's books, including the Caldecott Honor Book Click Clack Moo: Cows that Type, and has co-written and illustrated books with her husband Ted Lewin. |
| Betsy Brandt is an American actress known for her roles as Marie Schrader in Breaking Bad and its spinoff Better Call Saul, as well as Heather Hughes in the sitcom Life in Pieces. |
| Betsy Leondar-Wright is an American economic justice activist, sociologist, and author known for her work on class and economic inequality. |
| Betsy Hodges - Elizabeth A. Hodges is an American politician and former Mayor of Minneapolis, known for her service from 2014 to 2018 and as a member of the Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party (DFL). |
| Betsy Byars, an American author of children's books, won the 1971 Newbery Medal for her novel Summer of the Swans and received other prestigious awards for her works. |
| Betsy Rutherford was a renowned performer of traditional Appalachian music known for her authentic singing style and her album "Traditional Country Music." |
| Betsy McLaughlin is an American businesswoman who was the CEO of Hot Topic from 2000 to 2011 and currently serves on consumer boards in the retail and restaurant sectors. |
| Betsy Norden is an American soprano known for her over 500 performances with the Metropolitan Opera. |
| Betsy Hart, also known as Betsy Meade, is a professional writer and conservative commentator who has contributed to CNN, Fox News Channel, and ABC's Politically Incorrect. |
| Betsy May Randle is an American actress famous for portraying Amy Matthews on the seven-season show Boy Meets World. |
| Betsy Close - Betsy L. Close is a Republican politician who served in the Oregon State Senate, following four terms as a state representative and a career in education. |
| Betsy Baker is an American actress famous for her role as Linda in the film The Evil Dead (1981). |
