Gender: Girl
Origin: German
Meaning: God is my oath
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names
Bettina Meaning and Origin
Bettina is a girl’s name meaning “God is my oath” and is of German origin. It is a diminutive form of the name Elizabeth, which comes from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning "my God is an oath." Bettina is a popular name in many countries, particularly in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. It has also been used in English-speaking countries since the 19th century, though it is less common than some other variations of Elizabeth, such as Beth, Betty, or Liz. Notable people with the name Bettina include Bettina von Arnim, a German writer and composer; Bettina Brentano, a German writer and sister of Bettina von Arnim; and Bettina Graziani, a French model and muse for Christian Dior.
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