Betty
girl name#1113 in 2025Betty entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #2 in 1928, ranks #1113 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1113
rank today
#2
peak (1928)
212
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #146 |
| 1890s | #140 |
| 1900s | #89 |
| 1910s | #50 |
| 1920s | #5 |
| 1930s | #3 |
| 1940s | #12 |
| 1950s | #40 |
| 1960s | #113 |
| 1970s | #242 |
| 1980s | #445 |
| 1990s | #826 |
| 2000s | #1458 |
| 2010s | #1350 |
| 2020s | #1138 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Betty has been most popular in CA, TX, OH.
Living bearers
About 354,000 people named Betty are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Betty alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Betty in 2025?
- Betty ranks #1113 among US girl names in 2025, with 212 babies given the name.
- When was the name Betty most popular?
- Betty peaked in 1928, reaching #2 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Betty with classmates?
- Betty will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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