Bethany Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Bethany Name at a Glance

Name	Bethany
Meaning	Bethany was a New Testament village near Jerusalem where Jesus visited Mary, Martha and Lazarus. Frequently used as a first name in the 20th century.
Origin	Hebrew
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Bethany Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Bethany means “Bethany was a New Testament village near Jerusalem where Jesus visited Mary, Martha and Lazarus. Frequently used as a first name in the 20th century”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Bethany Name Origin

Our database records Bethany under Hebrew origin. Browse more Hebrew baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Bethany a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Bethany is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Bethany

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