Betina
A feminine name of French origin meaning "bee".
Name Census estimates that about 884 living Americans carry the first name Betina. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Betina today is around 50 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Betina births was 1973 (49 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Betina. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
884
~ 1 in 387,731 Americans
Peak year
1973
49 babies that year
Average age
50
years old
2024 SSA rank
#10,375
Tracked since 1946
Popularity
Betina: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Betina from the 1940s through to the 2020s, spanning 9 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 312 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1970s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Betina by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Betina during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Betinas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 5 states and territories. California, Texas, Illinois recorded the most babies named Betina, while New York, North Carolina, Illinois recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 11 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Betina
The name Betina is believed to have its origins in the Latin language, deriving from the root "Beatus" or "Beatrix," meaning "blessed" or "she who brings happiness." This name is a diminutive form of the name Beatrice, which was popular in Medieval Europe.
The earliest recorded use of the name Betina can be traced back to Italy during the Renaissance period. It was a favored name among the aristocracy and upper classes, often bestowed upon daughters as a symbol of joy and good fortune.
In the 16th century, Betina de' Gherardini (1510-1558) was an Italian noblewoman and the subject of Leonardo da Vinci's famous portrait, the Mona Lisa. Her name, Betina, has become intrinsically linked to this iconic artwork and its mysterious subject.
Another notable figure bearing the name Betina was Betina Żałęska (1805-1869), a Polish countess and author who wrote under the pen name "Gabriela." She was a prominent figure in the literary circles of her time and is remembered for her contributions to Polish literature.
In the early 20th century, Betina Bergmann (1892-1973) was a German-American actress and dancer who performed on Broadway and in several Hollywood films. She was known for her graceful movements and captivating stage presence.
Moving to the present day, Betina González (born 1967) is a Mexican-American artist and sculptor renowned for her large-scale, site-specific installations that explore themes of identity, culture, and the environment.
While the name Betina may not be as common today as it once was, it carries a rich historical legacy and a sense of blessedness and joy. Its enduring presence throughout the centuries serves as a testament to its timeless appeal and the significant individuals who have borne this name.
People
Betina + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Betina as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with B
Other first names starting with B with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Betina: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Betina?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 884 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Betina going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 387,731 US residents.
Is Betina a common name?
We classify Betina as "Very Rare". It ranks above 89.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,006 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Betina most popular?
The single biggest year for Betina was 1973, when 49 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Betina is about 50 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Betina a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Betina in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.