girl · Hebrew

Bethany

/BE-thany/

Meaning: House of figs

Bethany at a glance

Meaning: House of figs
Origin: Hebrew
Religion: Christian
Gender: girl
Pronunciation: BE-thany
Syllables: 3
Popularity: classic
Variants & Spellings: Bethaany, Betheny, Betheany, Bethaniya, Bethana, Bethano

Lucky details for Bethany

Number: 5
Color: Turquoise
Stone: Emerald
Flower: Lavender
Day: Wednesday
Planet: Mercury
Zodiac: Gemini
Metal: Mercury alloy

Bethany is a Hebrew name meaning “house of figs”. Parents choose Bethany for its 3-syllable rhythm and its association with quick-witted, adaptable, loves variety. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Bethany reduce to 5, a number linked with Mercury and with people who are charming, articulate, a natural at making friends anywhere.

Numerology

Chaldean value 5 — Quick-witted, adaptable, loves variety.

Personality

Quick-witted, adaptable, loves variety

Positive Traits

Charming, articulate, a natural at making friends anywhere

Negative Traits

Gets restless with routine and may struggle to sit still

Career Suggestions

Marketing, sales, journalism, software, entrepreneurship

Nicknames

Beth Beti Bety Bey

Middle Names

Bhavya Beatrike Biaanciya

Sibling Names

Aaron Caalle Ezria Joshuya

Compatible Names

Abigail Aviviya Edeno Elisheviya Naaomee Saria

FAQs about the name Bethany

What does the name Bethany mean?

Bethany means “house of figs” and comes from a Hebrew root.

Is Bethany a boy or girl name?

Bethany is most often used as a girl name today.

How do you pronounce Bethany?

Bethany is pronounced BE-thany (3 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Bethany?

The lucky number for Bethany is 5, ruled by Mercury.

What are good nicknames for Bethany?

Popular short forms include Beth, Beti, Bety, Bey.