How Many People Are Named Bettie?

Complete statistics for the name Bettie: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Bettie
Very Rare
English

Bettie, a very rare female name, is held by just 1 in 30,862 Americans today, making it quite unique. With an estimated 10,693 people named Bettie living in the US, it's clear this name has a special charm. Interestingly, most people named Bettie are over 60, giving it a decidedly vintage feel.

~104
Living in US
1 in 3,187,012
Americans
1924
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

🌐
Origin
English
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Determined Resilient
7
Life Path Number

People with the name Bettie typically have a life path number of 7, which is associated with introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

10,693
Worldwide Bearers
#19,670
Global Rank
🇮🇩 Indonesia
82
🇯🇲 Jamaica
55
🇵🇭 Philippines
32
🇿🇲 Zambia
30
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
26
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
24
🇰🇪 Kenya
19
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Wales
18
🇲🇾 Malaysia
17
🇧🇷 Brazil
14

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
15 (0%)
♀ Female
10,678 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 95
276
Would be under 30 (1%)
812
Would be 30–60 (2%)
37,267
Would be over 60 (97%)

All 38,355 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1924

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
99
Classic Feel
96
Modern Appeal
4
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Bettie Through the Generations

Bettie reached its peak popularity way back in 1924 when there were 1,233 births. Fast forward to today, and the name's usage has been steadily declining, but it still holds a special place in the hearts of those who carry it. The majority of people named Bettie are now over 60, with only 276 under 30, indicating a strong generational skew towards older individuals. This classic name, while less common now, remains a cherished choice for many families.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

North Carolina 3,792
Texas 3,217
Mississippi 2,713
Alabama 2,149
Virginia 1,825
Tennessee 1,635
Kentucky 1,328
Ohio 1,206
Pennsylvania 1,156
Missouri 1,067

✨ Similar Names to Bettie

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Bettie's English roots

📄 About the Name Bettie

How Many People Have the Name Bettie?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 104 people in the United States currently share the name Bettie. That works out to roughly 1 in every 3,187,012 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Bettie a Common or Rare Name?

Bettie is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Bettie in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Bettie Most Popular?

The name Bettie reached peak popularity in 1924, with 1,233 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Bettie?

Approximately 104 people named Bettie live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 104. That works out to roughly 1 in 3,187,012 Americans.

Is Bettie a rare name?

Bettie is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 3,187,012 Americans has this name.

What does the name Bettie mean?

The meaning and origin of Bettie are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.

Is Bettie more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Bettie are male and 100% are female.

When was Bettie most popular?

Bettie peaked in 1924 with 1,233 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US104
All-Time Births104
1 in X1 in 3,187,012
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age95
Peak Year1924
World Rank#19,670
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.