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Name Origin

Bettye is a variant spelling of the classic name Betty, which is a diminutive of Elizabeth. Elizabeth has Hebrew origins and means 'My God is abundance' or 'My God is oath'.

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Famous People

Bettye LaVette (1946-)

Singer, songwriter

  • Grammy Award nominee
  • Known for her powerful vocals and interpretations of soul and blues classics