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    Bethany

    BETH-ah-nee

    Hebrew
    Girl
    In the King James Bible
    Meaning
    House of figs; House of affliction
    Origin
    Hebrew
    Is it in the Bible?
    Yes — Bethany appears in the King James Bible, including John 11:1.
    First appears in
    Matthew — The Gospels
    Peak US usage
    1980s (0.16% of births), currently falling
    Spiritual meaning
    Bethany represents intimate friendship with Jesus — the welcoming home where He finds rest and pours out His love.
    King James verses
    • John 11:1

      "Now a certain man was sick, named Lazarus, of Bethany, the town of Mary and her sister Martha."

    • Luke 24:50

      "And he led them out as far as to Bethany, and he lifted up his hands, and blessed them."

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