Betsey

/ˈbɛtsi/ noun

Definition

A traditional name for a girl or woman; sometimes used as a nickname for Elizabeth.

Etymology

A diminutive form of Elizabeth, popular in American English. Elizabeth comes from Hebrew 'Elisheba' meaning 'God is my oath,' with Betsey being an affectionate English variation.

Kelly Says

Betsey is a name frozen in time—peak popularity was in the 1800s-1900s, and now it feels retro and charming; the TV show 'Betsey Johnson' made the designer famous, but the name itself has completely changed in cultural coolness.

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