indicate the level to which a name has been verified.
Type Surname (from location)
Usage English
Other Forms FormsBetony, Beth, Bettany, Bestney, Bestnee, Bestknee, Bestnie, Besny, Besnie, Besnee, Bester, Betham, Beetam, Beetham, Beatam, Beatham, Beetem, Beedham
Meaning & History
Possibly a topographic name derived from the Old English plant name betonice meaning "betony". The form of the name has been altered by folk association with the New Testament place name.