Find out how popular the first name Betzabe has been for the last 33 years (from 1992 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Betzabe by gender

Based on the last 33 years of data, Betzabe is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Betzabe.

The history of the first name Betzabe

The name Betzabe is derived from the Hebrew name Batsheva, which means "daughter of the oath" or "daughter of seven". It is a biblical name mentioned in the Old Testament.

The earliest recorded use of the name Betzabe dates back to the 10th century BC. In the Second Book of Samuel, Batsheva (Betzabe) was the wife of Uriah the Hittite and later became one of the wives of King David after an infamous episode where David had Uriah killed in battle to cover up his adulterous affair with Batsheva.

Despite its controversial origins, the name Betzabe gained popularity in the Christian tradition, particularly in Spain and Latin America, where it was adapted as Betzabe or Bethsabé. The name was often associated with themes of repentance, forgiveness, and redemption.

One of the earliest historical figures known by the name Betzabe was Betzabe Pérez de las Infantas (1520-1582), a Spanish noblewoman and philanthropist. She founded the Monastery of Santa María de la Antigua in Valladolid, Spain.

In the 17th century, Betzabe de Obando (1620-1700) was a notable Colombian poet and writer who was part of the literary circle in Santa Fe de Bogotá.

Betzabe Villamil (1782-1857), a Colombian independence activist, played a significant role in the liberation movement against Spanish rule.

In the 19th century, Betzabe Martínez Coronado (1821-1891) was a Cuban poet and writer known for her romantic poetry and her involvement in the literary movement of her time.

More recently, Betzabe Vázquez (born 1981) is a Mexican actress and television host who has appeared in various telenovelas and television shows.

While the name Betzabe has biblical roots and a rich cultural history, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries, it is not as commonly used today as it was in previous centuries.

Data source

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