Girl
Beth
house, oath
About Beth
Simple elegance defines this classic choice. Beth represents understated sophistication, a name that needs no embellishment to make its mark. Throughout literary history and cultural touchstones, Beth has consistently represented warmth, reliability, and quiet strength. The single syllable carries weight and presence, proving that brevity can be powerful. This name transcends passing trends, remaining relevant across decades and generations. Beth offers a refreshing alternative in an era of increasingly elaborate names, standing firm in its unadorned beauty. It pairs effortlessly with virtually any middle name or surname, providing flexibility for family naming traditions. The name suggests someone grounded and genuine, comfortable in their own skin. Professional settings embrace it readily, while casual contexts find it equally at home. Beth requires no explanation, no spelling clarification, no pronunciation guide—it simply exists with quiet confidence and enduring grace.
Popularity of the Name Beth
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1884 | #940 | ||||
| 1885 | #750 | ||||
| 1886 | #542 | ||||
| 1887 | #695 | ||||
| 1888 | #967 | ||||
| 1889 | #486 | ||||
| 1890 | #694 | ||||
| 1891 | #525 | ||||
| 1892 | #687 | ||||
| 1893 | #536 | ||||
| 1894 | #597 | ||||
| 1895 | #660 | ||||
| 1896 | #566 | ||||
| 1897 | #584 | ||||
| 1898 | #699 | ||||
| 1899 | #526 | ||||
| 1900 | #658 | ||||
| 1901 | #662 | ||||
| 1902 | #623 | ||||
| 1903 | #574 | ||||
| 1904 | #629 | ||||
| 1905 | #780 | ||||
| 1906 | #646 | ||||
| 1907 | #625 | ||||
| 1908 | #521 | ||||
| 1909 | #509 | ||||
| 1910 | #517 | ||||
| 1911 | #565 | ||||
| 1912 | #419 | ||||
| 1913 | #436 | ||||
| 1914 | #401 | ||||
| 1915 | #414 | ||||
| 1916 | #364 | ||||
| 1917 | #363 | ||||
| 1918 | #354 | ||||
| 1919 | #338 | ||||
| 1920 | #349 | ||||
| 1921 | #347 | ||||
| 1922 | #387 | ||||
| 1923 | #393 | ||||
| 1924 | #380 | ||||
| 1925 | #384 | #176 | |||
| 1926 | #373 | #199 | |||
| 1927 | #388 | #155 | |||
| 1928 | #396 | #188 | |||
| 1929 | #408 | ||||
| 1930 | #414 | ||||
| 1931 | #417 | ||||
| 1932 | #393 | ||||
| 1933 | #403 | ||||
| 1934 | #343 | ||||
| 1935 | #345 | ||||
| 1936 | #350 | ||||
| 1937 | #322 | ||||
| 1938 | #310 | ||||
| 1939 | #279 | ||||
| 1940 | #290 | ||||
| 1941 | #260 | #238 | |||
| 1942 | #268 | #155 | |||
| 1943 | #241 | ||||
| 1944 | #240 | #209 | |||
| 1945 | #234 | #226 | |||
| 1946 | #232 | #238 | |||
| 1947 | #217 | #240 | |||
| 1948 | #224 | ||||
| 1949 | #201 | ||||
| 1950 | #177 | #264 | |||
| 1951 | #156 | ||||
| 1952 | #146 | ||||
| 1953 | #142 | #197 | |||
| 1954 | #130 | #201 | |||
| 1955 | #133 | #237 | |||
| 1956 | #117 | #269 | |||
| 1957 | #108 | ||||
| 1958 | #95 | #283 | |||
| 1959 | #80 | #230 | |||
| 1960 | #72 | #268 | |||
| 1961 | #65 | #233 | |||
| 1962 | #66 | #261 | |||
| 1963 | #66 | #294 | |||
| 1964 | #65 | #313 | |||
| 1965 | #66 | ||||
| 1966 | #65 | #330 | |||
| 1967 | #67 | ||||
| 1968 | #74 | ||||
| 1969 | #82 | ||||
| 1970 | #92 | ||||
| 1971 | #100 | ||||
| 1972 | #113 | ||||
| 1973 | #117 | ||||
| 1974 | #117 | #308 | |||
| 1975 | #120 | #334 | |||
| 1976 | #114 | ||||
| 1977 | #97 | ||||
| 1978 | #107 | #343 | |||
| 1979 | #118 | #296 | |||
| 1980 | #106 | #255 | |||
| 1981 | #125 | #283 | |||
| 1982 | #148 | #271 | |||
| 1983 | #169 | #331 | |||
| 1984 | #168 | #361 | |||
| 1985 | #199 | #368 | |||
| 1986 | #228 | #314 | |||
| 1987 | #267 | #304 | #499 | ||
| 1988 | #289 | #314 | |||
| 1989 | #375 | #238 | |||
| 1990 | #392 | #349 | #454 | ||
| 1991 | #456 | #390 | #552 | ||
| 1992 | #516 | #296 | #826 | ||
| 1993 | #645 | #331 | #796 | ||
| 1994 | #673 | #179 | #258 | #724 | |
| 1995 | #721 | #293 | #456 | #642 | |
| 1996 | #835 | #257 | #399 | #792 | |
| 1997 | #858 | #88 | #367 | #815 | |
| 1998 | #93 | #272 | #257 | #810 | |
| 1999 | #94 | #357 | #207 | #903 | |
| 2000 | #90 | #355 | #272 | #729 | |
| 2001 | #92 | #343 | #173 | #952 | |
| 2002 | #106 | #297 | #177 | #892 | |
| 2003 | #106 | #267 | #201 | #878 | |
| 2004 | #122 | #235 | |||
| 2005 | #136 | #331 | #166 | #953 | |
| 2006 | #141 | #393 | #159 | ||
| 2007 | #171 | #174 | |||
| 2008 | #157 | #213 | |||
| 2009 | #190 | #193 | |||
| 2010 | #193 | #184 | |||
| 2011 | #218 | #124 | |||
| 2012 | #221 | #157 | |||
| 2013 | #257 | #141 | |||
| 2014 | #345 | #142 | |||
| 2015 | #289 | #127 | |||
| 2016 | #386 | #185 | |||
| 2017 | #378 | #158 | |||
| 2018 | #486 | #149 | |||
| 2019 | #594 | #160 | |||
| 2020 | #608 | #160 | |||
| 2021 | #701 | #175 | |||
| 2022 | #911 | #154 | |||
| 2023 | #999 | #214 | |||
| 2024 | #182 | ||||
| 2025 | #270 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Beth
Names Similar to Beth
Nicknames for Beth
- Bethy
- Betsy
- Betty
- Bee
Famous People Named Beth
| Beth Behrs | Actress known for her role in "2 Broke Girls" |
| Beth Ditto | Lead singer of the band Gossip |
| Beth Moore | Christian author and speaker |
| Beth Riesgraf | Actress from the TV show "Leverage" |
| Beth Tweddle | Olympic gymnast and champion |
| Beth Gibbons | Lead singer of the band Portishead |
| Beth Grant | Actress in various TV shows and films |
| Beth Littleford | Comedian and actress |
Characters Named Beth
| Beth March | From Louisa May Alcott's novel "Little Women" |
| Beth Greene | From the TV show and comic series "The Walking Dead" |
| Beth Harmon | From the novel and TV series "The Queen's Gambit" |
| Beth Childs | From the TV show "Orphan Black" |
| Beth Pearson | From the TV show "This Is Us" |
| Beth Turner | From the TV show "Moonlight" |
| Beth Smith | From the animated TV show "Rick and Morty" |
| Beth Cassidy | From the TV show "Veronica Mars" |
| Beth Bowers | From the movie "Scream 4" |
| Beth Logan | From the soap opera "The Bold and the Beautiful" |