Bess

Meaning God's promise, oath
Origin Hebrew
Gender Girl
Popularity Unique
Length 4
Syllables 1
Syllabification Bess

About Bess

Bess radiates understated elegance with its concise simplicity and vintage charm. This single-syllable gem creates immediate impact, demonstrating that true sophistication often requires no embellishment.

The name's straightforward nature conveys confidence and clarity—qualities that may influence your daughter's developing personality from her earliest days.

Bess carries a timeless quality that transcends passing trends, connecting subtly to heritage while remaining thoroughly relevant in contemporary settings. The name's brevity creates practical advantages throughout life—easy to pronounce across cultures, simple to spell, and distinctive in academic and professional contexts.

Despite its compact form, Bess contains surprising versatility, adapting beautifully to different personalities from quietly thoughtful to boldly adventurous. The name's classic character provides a solid foundation while leaving ample room for personal definition.

Variations of Name Bess

Bessie
Beth
Bethany
Elizabeth

Names Similar to Bess

Beth
Bessie
Betsy
Betty
Beatrice
Bella

Nicknames for Bess

Bessie
Bett
Betty
Bess