Beth Gough

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Beth Gough — Spanish
171K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Beth Gough is a name that combines Spanish origins. The first name Beth is a feminine given name of Spanish origin. Beth is a feminine given name. It is often short for Elizabeth, Elsbeth (Scottish version of Elizabeth), Bethany or Bethan. Beth (singer) (born 1981), Spanish singer Beth Accomando, American film critic Beth Akers (born 1983), American economist Beth Alexander (born 2003), English field hockey player Beth Allen (golfer) (born 1981), American professional golfer Beth Allen (born 1984), New Zealand actress Beth Altringer, American product designer Beth Amos (1916–1996), Canadian actress Beth Anders (born 1951), American field hockey player and coach Beth Anderson (composer) (born 1950), American. The surname Gough: Gough ( GOF) is a surname. The surname may derive from the Welsh coch (English: "red"), possibly given as a nickname to someone with red hair or a red complexion. Another possible derivation is that it was a reduced form of the Irish McGough which itself is an Anglicized form of Gaelic Mag Eochadha, a patronymic from the personal name Eochaidh (variant Eachaidh), "horseman", both derivatives of Irish each "horse". Beth is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 171K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Beth reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Beth

Spanish

Beth is a feminine given name. It is often short for Elizabeth, Elsbeth (Scottish version of Elizabeth), Bethany or Bethan. Beth (singer) (born 1981), Spanish singer Beth Accomando, American film critic Beth Akers (born 1983), American economist Beth Alexander (born 2003), English field hockey player Beth Allen (golfer) (born 1981), American professional golfer Beth Allen (born 1984), New Zealand actress Beth Altringer, American product designer Beth Amos (1916–1996), Canadian actress Beth Anders (born 1951), American field hockey player and coach Beth Anderson (composer) (born 1950), American.

Surname: Gough

Celtic

Gough ( GOF) is a surname. The surname may derive from the Welsh coch (English: "red"), possibly given as a nickname to someone with red hair or a red complexion. Another possible derivation is that it was a reduced form of the Irish McGough which itself is an Anglicized form of Gaelic Mag Eochadha, a patronymic from the personal name Eochaidh (variant Eachaidh), "horseman", both derivatives of Irish each "horse".

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Beth is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Beth by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Beth Gough:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Beth?
The first name Beth originates from Spanish. Beth is a feminine given name. It is often short for Elizabeth, Elsbeth (Scottish version of Elizabeth), Bethany or Bethan. Beth (singer) (born 1981), Spanish singer Beth Accomando, American film critic Beth Akers (born 1983), American economist Beth Alexander (born 2003), English field hockey player Beth Allen (golfer) (born 1981), American professional golfer Beth Allen (born 1984), New Zealand actress Beth Altringer, American product designer Beth Amos (1916–1996), Canadian actress Beth Anders (born 1951), American field hockey player and coach Beth Anderson (composer) (born 1950), American.
When was Beth most popular?
The name Beth reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Gough?
The surname Gough originates from Celtic. Gough ( GOF) is a surname. The surname may derive from the Welsh coch (English: "red"), possibly given as a nickname to someone with red hair or a red complexion. Another possible derivation is that it was a reduced form of the Irish McGough which itself is an Anglicized form of Gaelic Mag Eochadha, a patronymic from the personal name Eochaidh (variant Eachaidh), "horseman", both derivatives of Irish each "horse".
What are the origins of the name Beth Gough?
The name Beth Gough combines two different traditions: the first name Beth has Spanish roots, while the surname Gough originates from Celtic.
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