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Bessie

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Bessie is a girl's name of English origin meaning "Diminutive of Elizabeth, from Hebrew, meaning God is my oath.". It is pronounced BES-ee. Today it is a popular name (popularity 96/100) and fading.

English origin ยท /BES-ee/ ยท vintage

Meaning: Diminutive of Elizabeth, from Hebrew, meaning God is my oath.

Popularity 96/1002 syllablesPeaked 1916โ†“ Falling

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Most popular in the 1910s.

Today, Bessie is one of the most common baby names (popularity 96/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

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Frequently asked questions about Bessie

What does Bessie mean?

Bessie means "Diminutive of Elizabeth, from Hebrew, meaning God is my oath.". It is of English origin.

Is Bessie a boy or girl name?

Bessie is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Bessie?

Bessie is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 96/100. It was most popular in the 1910s.

How is Bessie pronounced?

Bessie is pronounced BES-ee.

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