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Betty

A diminutive of Elizabeth, meaning God is my oath.

Meaning and origin

Betty is a classic English diminutive of Elizabeth that dates from the end of the 17th century.

How to pronounce Betty

English (US)BET-ee

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Drafted with the help of an AI model, then checked by a person. Last checked on 16 September 2026.

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