Bettylou
girl nameBettylou entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #810 in 1927, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#810
peak (1927)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3324 |
| 1920s | #1260 |
| 1930s | #1101 |
| 1940s | #1721 |
| 1950s | #4124 |
| 1960s | #5546 |
| 2010s | #14482 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Bettylou are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bettylou 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 Bettylou in 2025?
- Bettylou is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Bettylou most popular?
- Bettylou peaked in 1927, reaching #810 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Bettylou with classmates?
- Bettylou will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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