Bethany Rooks

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Bethany Rooks — Greek
60K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Bethany Rooks 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 Rooks: Adam Rooks (born 2000), English rugby league footballer Albert H. Rooks (1891–1942), United States Navy captain posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor Billy Rooks (1890–1972), English footballer Conrad Rooks (1934–2011), American writer, director and producer Dickie Rooks (1940–2024), English footballer George Rooks (1863–1935), American Major League Baseball player in May 1891 Kenneth Rooks (born 1999), American steeplechase runner Lowell Ward Rooks (1893−1973), United States Army major general Noliwe Rooks (born 1963), American professor of Africana studies and author Pamela Rooks (1958–201. 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: Rooks

English

Adam Rooks (born 2000), English rugby league footballer Albert H. Rooks (1891–1942), United States Navy captain posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor Billy Rooks (1890–1972), English footballer Conrad Rooks (1934–2011), American writer, director and producer Dickie Rooks (1940–2024), English footballer George Rooks (1863–1935), American Major League Baseball player in May 1891 Kenneth Rooks (born 1999), American steeplechase runner Lowell Ward Rooks (1893−1973), United States Army major general Noliwe Rooks (born 1963), American professor of Africana studies and author Pamela Rooks (1958–201.

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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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Numerology

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

9
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

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

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 Rooks?
The surname Rooks originates from English. Adam Rooks (born 2000), English rugby league footballer Albert H. Rooks (1891–1942), United States Navy captain posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor Billy Rooks (1890–1972), English footballer Conrad Rooks (1934–2011), American writer, director and producer Dickie Rooks (1940–2024), English footballer George Rooks (1863–1935), American Major League Baseball player in May 1891 Kenneth Rooks (born 1999), American steeplechase runner Lowell Ward Rooks (1893−1973), United States Army major general Noliwe Rooks (born 1963), American professor of Africana studies and author Pamela Rooks (1958–201.
What are the origins of the name Bethany Rooks?
The name Bethany Rooks combines two different traditions: the first name Bethany has Greek roots, while the surname Rooks originates from English.
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