Betsy
girl name#2719 in 2025Betsy entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #228 in 1959, ranks #2719 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2719
rank today
#228
peak (1959)
63
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #515 |
| 1890s | #757 |
| 1900s | #861 |
| 1910s | #701 |
| 1920s | #436 |
| 1930s | #320 |
| 1940s | #267 |
| 1950s | #255 |
| 1960s | #329 |
| 1970s | #396 |
| 1980s | #517 |
| 1990s | #987 |
| 2000s | #1321 |
| 2010s | #1762 |
| 2020s | #2391 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Betsy has been most popular in CA, TX, PA.
Living bearers
About 36,500 people named Betsy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Betsy alive today was born around 1960, making them about 65 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Betsy in 2025?
- Betsy ranks #2719 among US girl names in 2025, with 63 babies given the name.
- When was the name Betsy most popular?
- Betsy peaked in 1959, reaching #228 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Betsy with classmates?
- Betsy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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