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Name Origin

Bettina is a feminine given name of Italian origin, often considered a diminutive of Elizabeth or Beatrice. It means 'pledged to God' or 'she who brings happiness'.

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Famous People

Bettina von Arnim (1785-1859)

Writer

  • Key figure in the German Romantic movement
  • Known for her novels and correspondence
  • Friend and collaborator of prominent writers like Goethe and Schiller

Bettina Bunge (1985-)

Athlete

  • German former professional tennis player
  • Won two WTA singles titles and reached a career-high ranking of No. 32 in the world

Bettina Rhenisch (1968-)

Politician

  • German politician who served as a Member of the European Parliament from 2004 to 2019
  • Member of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU)