Betha, of Hebrew origin, is a variant spelling of the name Bathsheba, which means "daughter of oath." It was a popular name among early Christians due to its association with Queen Bathsheba, the mother of King Solomon in biblical history. In recent years, Betha has been used independently as a first name, often preferred for its uniqueness and vintage charm.
The name Betha experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with peaks occurring around the early to mid-1900s and again in the late 1920s to early 1930s. The highest number of births recorded was 11, which happened on three occasions (1923, 1925, and 1930). However, the name's popularity seems to have declined significantly by the mid-20th century, with fewer than 10 births per year from 1941 onwards. Overall, there were a total of 293 births registered under the name Betha between 1886 and 1973.