Bethany Belisle

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Bethany Belisle — Greek
60K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Bethany Belisle is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Bethany is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Bethany (Greek: Βηθανία (Bethania), which is probably of Aramaic or Hebrew origin, meaning “House of figs" is a feminine given name derived from the Biblical place name, Bethany, a town near Jerusalem, at the foot of the Mount of Olives, where Lazarus lived in the New Testament, along with his sisters, Mary and Martha, and where Jesus stayed during Holy Week before his crucifixion. The name has been well-used in English-speaking countries. It was the 59th most popular name for girls in England and Wales in 2010, having ranked as high as 11th most popular name in those countries in 1999. The surname Belisle: Danny Belisle (1937–2022), Canadian ice hockey player and coach Eugene Belisle (1910–1983), American Olympic rower Ève Bélisle (born 1979), Canadian curler and amateur ornithologist Jerome J. Belisle (1932–2022), American businessman and politician Khalid Belisle (born 1981), Belizean politician and mayor of Belmopan Kirk Belisle (died 2003), Belizean stabbing victim Lyndsay Belisle (born 1977), Canadian freestyle wrestler Matt Belisle (born 1980), American baseball pitcher Mitch Belisle (born 1985), American lacrosse player Polin Belisle (born 1966), Olympic marathon runner for Belize and Hon. Bethany is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 60K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Bethany reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Bethany

Greek

Bethany (Greek: Βηθανία (Bethania), which is probably of Aramaic or Hebrew origin, meaning “House of figs" is a feminine given name derived from the Biblical place name, Bethany, a town near Jerusalem, at the foot of the Mount of Olives, where Lazarus lived in the New Testament, along with his sisters, Mary and Martha, and where Jesus stayed during Holy Week before his crucifixion. The name has been well-used in English-speaking countries. It was the 59th most popular name for girls in England and Wales in 2010, having ranked as high as 11th most popular name in those countries in 1999.

Surname: Belisle

English

Danny Belisle (1937–2022), Canadian ice hockey player and coach Eugene Belisle (1910–1983), American Olympic rower Ève Bélisle (born 1979), Canadian curler and amateur ornithologist Jerome J. Belisle (1932–2022), American businessman and politician Khalid Belisle (born 1981), Belizean politician and mayor of Belmopan Kirk Belisle (died 2003), Belizean stabbing victim Lyndsay Belisle (born 1977), Canadian freestyle wrestler Matt Belisle (born 1980), American baseball pitcher Mitch Belisle (born 1985), American lacrosse player Polin Belisle (born 1966), Olympic marathon runner for Belize and Hon.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 11%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Bethany Belisle

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Bethany?
The first name Bethany originates from Greek. Bethany (Greek: Βηθανία (Bethania), which is probably of Aramaic or Hebrew origin, meaning “House of figs" is a feminine given name derived from the Biblical place name, Bethany, a town near Jerusalem, at the foot of the Mount of Olives, where Lazarus lived in the New Testament, along with his sisters, Mary and Martha, and where Jesus stayed during Holy Week before his crucifixion. The name has been well-used in English-speaking countries. It was the 59th most popular name for girls in England and Wales in 2010, having ranked as high as 11th most popular name in those countries in 1999.
When was Bethany most popular?
The name Bethany reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Belisle?
The surname Belisle originates from English. Danny Belisle (1937–2022), Canadian ice hockey player and coach Eugene Belisle (1910–1983), American Olympic rower Ève Bélisle (born 1979), Canadian curler and amateur ornithologist Jerome J. Belisle (1932–2022), American businessman and politician Khalid Belisle (born 1981), Belizean politician and mayor of Belmopan Kirk Belisle (died 2003), Belizean stabbing victim Lyndsay Belisle (born 1977), Canadian freestyle wrestler Matt Belisle (born 1980), American baseball pitcher Mitch Belisle (born 1985), American lacrosse player Polin Belisle (born 1966), Olympic marathon runner for Belize and Hon.
What are the origins of the name Bethany Belisle?
The name Bethany Belisle combines two different traditions: the first name Bethany has Greek roots, while the surname Belisle originates from English.
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