Meaning: Pet form of Elisabeth or Benedetta
The story
Bettina can shorten Elisabeth and its equivalents, but in Italian it can also come from Benedetta. The intended family name determines the meaning, so God is my oath is not universal.
Nicknames
- Betty
- Tina
- Bee
Spellings & variants
- Betina
- Bettine
- Elisabeth
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
Style
Origins
Bettina comes from German.
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