Bethany Knowlton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Bethany Knowlton — Greek
60K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Bethany Knowlton 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 Knowlton: Andrew Knowlton, American magazine editor and television personality Austin Eldon Knowlton (1909–2003), American architect Bill Knowlton (1898–1944), American baseball pitcher Charles Knowlton (1800–1850), American physician and writer Daniel Gibson Knowlton (1922–2015), American bookbinder David Clark Knowlton, American social anthropologist and contributor to Mormonism: A Historical Encyclopedia Ebenezer Knowlton (1815–1874), American politician and minister Edward U. 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: Knowlton

English

Andrew Knowlton, American magazine editor and television personality Austin Eldon Knowlton (1909–2003), American architect Bill Knowlton (1898–1944), American baseball pitcher Charles Knowlton (1800–1850), American physician and writer Daniel Gibson Knowlton (1922–2015), American bookbinder David Clark Knowlton, American social anthropologist and contributor to Mormonism: A Historical Encyclopedia Ebenezer Knowlton (1815–1874), American politician and minister Edward U.

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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 Knowlton

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 Knowlton:

1
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Knowlton?
The surname Knowlton originates from English. Andrew Knowlton, American magazine editor and television personality Austin Eldon Knowlton (1909–2003), American architect Bill Knowlton (1898–1944), American baseball pitcher Charles Knowlton (1800–1850), American physician and writer Daniel Gibson Knowlton (1922–2015), American bookbinder David Clark Knowlton, American social anthropologist and contributor to Mormonism: A Historical Encyclopedia Ebenezer Knowlton (1815–1874), American politician and minister Edward U.
What are the origins of the name Bethany Knowlton?
The name Bethany Knowlton combines two different traditions: the first name Bethany has Greek roots, while the surname Knowlton originates from English.
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