Betsy
Meaning
God Is My Oath
Origin
English
Pronunciation
/ˈbɛtsi/
Traits associated with the name Betsy:
Dogs named Betsy tend to be loving, good-natured, industrious, and resilient. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Betsy?
Naming your dog Betsy suggests that you have a fondness for traditional names and may have a sentimental attachment to the name. It could also suggest that you are a loyal and loving person who is willing to commit to something for the long term.
Is Betsy a good dog name?
Betsy has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Betsy isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Betsy is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Betsy was, in the past month, the 284th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Betsy is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Betsy was viewed 39 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Betsy's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Betsy is most adored in Minnesota, New Mexico and Michigan.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Iowa, South Carolina and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Betsy.
Most popular breeds named Betsy:
- Labrador Retriever
- German Shepherd
- Chihuahua
- American Pitbull Terrier
- Beagle
Betsy is found in these categories:
cute
Evokes images of sweet, petite pups, echoing Little Betsie from comics.
Dog names like Betsy:
February 17, 2022
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