Beth - name meaning and origin

The girl's name Beth \b(e)-th\ is pronounced beth. It is of Hebrew origin, and its meaning is "house". Short form of Elizabeth (Hebrew) "God's promise", Bethel and Bethany. Not used before the 19th century. Literary: Louisa May Alcott gave the name to the sweet, gentle and most beloved of the four daughters in "Little Women".

Beth has 3 variant forms: Bessie, Bet and Bethan.

For more information, see also related names Bat, Beta, Betty and Jobeth.

Baby names that sound like Beth are Betha and Bett.

Beth is a very popular female first name and an uncommon surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the girl's name Beth. Compare Beth with related baby names.