How popular is the name Betty in 2025?

Betty is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Betty most popular?

Betty peaked in 1932, reaching #429 among US boy names.

Betty will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Betty entered the US charts in 1904, peaked at #429 in 1932, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#429

peak (1932)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,000 people named Betty are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Betty alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Betty in 2025?: Betty is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Betty most popular?: Betty peaked in 1932, reaching #429 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Betty with classmates?: Betty will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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