Bethe
girl nameBethe entered the US charts in 1948, peaked at #4595 in 1953, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1948–2025
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rank today
#4595
peak (1953)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #5243 |
| 1950s | #5420 |
| 1960s | #6133 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Bethe are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Bethe alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bethe in 2025?
- Bethe is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Bethe most popular?
- Bethe peaked in 1953, reaching #4595 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Bethe with classmates?
- Bethe will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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