Betty vs John
Betty
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God's promise
Peak: 1930 (3.28%)
John
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious
Peak: 1880 (8.15%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Betty | John |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.12% | 8.15% |
| 1890 | 0.11% | 7.10% |
| 1900 | 0.21% | 6.06% |
| 1910 | 0.33% | 5.49% |
| 1920 | 1.13% | 5.17% |
| 1930 | 3.28% | 4.64% |
| 1940 | 1.87% | 4.62% |
| 1950 | 0.78% | 4.37% |
| 1960 | 0.31% | 3.51% |
| 1970 | 0.11% | 3.07% |
| 1980 | 0.04% | 1.90% |
| 1990 | 0.02% | 1.35% |
| 2000 | - | 0.96% |
FAQ
Is Betty or John more popular?
John has historically been more popular. Betty peaked in 1930 while John peaked in 1880.
What do Betty and John mean?
Betty means "God's promise" while John means "God is gracious".