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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

  • Soul and R&B singer with a career spanning over six decades.
  • Known for her powerful vocals and emotional delivery.
  • Inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame in 2015.

Bettye Davis (1934-2006)

Actress

  • Starred in numerous Blaxploitation films in the 1970s.
  • Known for her roles in films like 'They Call Me MISTER Tibbs!' and 'The Klansman'.