Bethena
Bethena is a girl baby name. Ranked #69,079 in the US, popular nicknames include Bet, Bey, and Betie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Bethena first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 27 babies have been named Bethena in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Bethena is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #69,079 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #69,079
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Bethena
Bethena is a girl name .
Bethena is currently ranked #69,079 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Bethena include Bet, Bey, Betie, and Bethie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Bethena include Bethany, Beth, Bethel . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis