Bethany Herbst

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Bethany Herbst — Greek
60K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Bethany Herbst 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 Herbst: Herbst is the German word for autumn or fall. Surnames Christoph Maria Herbst (born 1966), German actor and comedian Eduard Herbst (1820–1892), Austrian jurist and statesman Hanna Herbst (born 1990), German journalist Irné Herbst (born 1993), South African rugby player János Herbst (1956–2015), Hungarian politician Jess Herbst (born 1958), American politician Johann Andreas Herbst (1588–1666), German composer Johann Friedrich Wilhelm Herbst (1743–1807), German biologist Josephine Herbst (1892–1969), American novelist Kristina Herbst (born 1977), German politician Manasse Herbst (1913–1997), Au. 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: Herbst

English

Herbst is the German word for autumn or fall. Surnames Christoph Maria Herbst (born 1966), German actor and comedian Eduard Herbst (1820–1892), Austrian jurist and statesman Hanna Herbst (born 1990), German journalist Irné Herbst (born 1993), South African rugby player János Herbst (1956–2015), Hungarian politician Jess Herbst (born 1958), American politician Johann Andreas Herbst (1588–1666), German composer Johann Friedrich Wilhelm Herbst (1743–1807), German biologist Josephine Herbst (1892–1969), American novelist Kristina Herbst (born 1977), German politician Manasse Herbst (1913–1997), Au.

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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 Herbst

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 Herbst:

3
Expression Number

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

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Herbst?
The surname Herbst originates from English. Herbst is the German word for autumn or fall. Surnames Christoph Maria Herbst (born 1966), German actor and comedian Eduard Herbst (1820–1892), Austrian jurist and statesman Hanna Herbst (born 1990), German journalist Irné Herbst (born 1993), South African rugby player János Herbst (1956–2015), Hungarian politician Jess Herbst (born 1958), American politician Johann Andreas Herbst (1588–1666), German composer Johann Friedrich Wilhelm Herbst (1743–1807), German biologist Josephine Herbst (1892–1969), American novelist Kristina Herbst (born 1977), German politician Manasse Herbst (1913–1997), Au.
What are the origins of the name Bethany Herbst?
The name Bethany Herbst combines two different traditions: the first name Bethany has Greek roots, while the surname Herbst originates from English.
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