Bettylou Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Bettylou is an English compound name that combines the diminutive 'Betty', meaning 'God is my oath', with 'Lou', meaning 'famous warrior'. Its roots trace back to Hebrew and evolved through English and French influences. The name is characterized by its vintage charm and warmth. It has no specific biblical relevance. The name gained popularity primarily in the 18th and 20th centuries, reflecting a trend towards unique compound names.
The name Bettylou is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Bettylou has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Bettylou' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1707th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1164th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3550th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15863rd out of 19264 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Bettylou' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bettylou"
Pronunciation
/ˈbɛtiˌlu/
Origin
English
Etymology
Bettylou is a compound name formed from 'Betty', a diminutive of Elizabeth, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'God is my oath', and 'Lou', often derived from the name Louise, which means 'famous warrior'.
Meaning
God is my oath; famous warrior
Language Evolution
Elizabeth (Hebrew), Betty (English diminutive), Louise (French), Bettylou (Modern English compound)
Historical Usage
Betty gained popularity in the 18th century and was commonly used as a diminutive for Elizabeth. The addition of Lou reflects a trend in the 20th century to create unique compound names.
Variants & Derivatives
Betty, Lou, Beth, Liz, Lulu
Modern Popularity & Image
Bettylou is seen as a quaint and charming name, reflecting a vintage appeal and a sense of warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Betty Lou Keim (American actress), Betty Lou Varnum (American author)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bettylou"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Bettylou"
"Bettylou" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1707th of 9107 | 409 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1164th of 9204 | 746 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3550th of 12526 | 218 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15863rd of 19264 | 11 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Bettylou" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Bettylou" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
54.94% 778th/1416 |
89.20% 1230th/1379 |
- |
92.64% 1058th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
56.73% 877th/1546 |
53.41% 831st/1556 |
- |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
79.47% 1931st/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Bettylou"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Bettylou" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.