Bess name popularity, meaning and origin
Name Popularity: 17%
Bess name meaning:
The name Bess is a diminutive form of the name Elizabeth, which has Hebrew origins and means "God is my oath" or "consecrated to God." Bess is often used as a nickname for girls named Elizabeth, as it is a shorter and more casual version of the name. It has been a popular name throughout history, with notable bearers including Queen Elizabeth I of England and actress Bess Armstrong.
Girls named Bess are often seen as charming, cheerful, and kind-hearted individuals. They tend to be sociable and have a natural ability to make others feel comfortable in their presence. Bess is a name that exudes warmth and friendliness, making it an excellent choice for parents who want their daughter to have a gentle and approachable personality. While the name Bess may be seen as an old-fashioned or vintage name, it has a timeless appeal and can still be considered a beautiful and classic choice for a girl.
Origin: Hebrew
Form of Elizabeth. God's oath.
Related names
Elizabeth , Ailish , Alzbeta, Annalisa, Anneliese , Bess , Bessie , Bessy, Bethan , Betsey, Betsy , Bette , Bettina, Bettine, Betty , Elise , Eliza , Elizabetta, Elsa , Elsie , Elspeth , Elyza , Erihapeti, Ibbie, Ibby, Ilse, Isabeau , Isabela , Isabelle , Isahel, Isahella, Isahelle, Isohel, Izabel , Libba, Libby , Liesel, Liesl, Lisbet, Lisbeth, Lise, Lissette, Liz , Lizbeth, Lizette, Lizzie , Lizzy , Tetty, Tibby, Yelizaveta
Other girls names beginning with B
Statistics
Overall UK ranking: 4634 out of 5581
4 recorded births last year
Change in rank
- 10yrs
-585 - 5yrs
-2267 - 1yr
-1187
Regional popularity
Ranking for this name in various UK regions
Historical popularity of Bess
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