Bethan
Bethan is a Christian girl name of Welsh, from Hebrew origin, meaning “God is my oath”.
| Meaning | God is my oath |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Welsh, from Hebrew |
| Pronunciation | BETH-un |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Wales, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Bethan
Bethan is a Welsh pet form of Elizabeth, combining Beth with the Welsh diminutive ending -an. Elizabeth comes from the Hebrew Elisheva, generally understood as 'God is my oath'. Bethan has been a favourite name in Wales since the mid-twentieth century and is often mistaken for a short form of Bethany, which is actually a separate biblical place name.
Is Bethan a Christian name?
As a form of Elizabeth, Bethan goes back to the biblical Elisheva and the New Testament Elizabeth, mother of John the Baptist.
How popular is Bethan?
Popular in Wales; less common elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bethan mean?
Bethan means 'God is my oath'. It is of Welsh, from Hebrew origin.
Is Bethan a Christian name?
As a form of Elizabeth, Bethan goes back to the biblical Elisheva and the New Testament Elizabeth, mother of John the Baptist.
How do you pronounce Bethan?
Bethan is pronounced BETH-un.
Is Bethan a boy or girl name?
Bethan is usually a girl name.