About Bethany
The surname Bethany is derived from the place name Bethany, which is of biblical origin. It is believed to have originated from the Hebrew word "bet t'ani," meaning "house of figs." Bethany is most famously known as the village near Jerusalem where Jesus Christ raised Lazarus from the dead, as mentioned in the New Testament. As a surname, Bethany likely originated as a locational name, indicating that the bearer hailed from or had some association with the village of Bethany.
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The surname Bethany is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Bethany based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Bethany in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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