Mary-Beth
Hebrew · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Mary-Beth
Mary-Beth is a compound name combining "Mary," derived from the Hebrew name Miriam (meaning "of the sea" or "beloved"), and "Beth," a shortened form of Elizabeth, also from Hebrew Elisheba (meaning "God's oath").
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Etymology
Mary-Beth is a compound name combining "Mary," derived from the Hebrew name Miriam (meaning "of the sea" or "beloved"), and "Beth," a shortened form of Elizabeth, also from Hebrew Elisheba (meaning "God's oath"). The name is primarily used in English-speaking Protestant and Christian communities, particularly in the United States and United Kingdom, with increased popularity from the mid-20th century onward as a contemporary variation of traditional biblical names.
Mary-Beth currently ranks #5,785 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1999.
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