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Bessy

Bessy is considered to be a shortened form of the Hebrew names Elisheba or Elizabeth. The name Elizabeth is derived from the Hebrew words, 'shava' which means 'oath', and 'el' which means 'God'. Similarly, the meaning of Bessy is 'oath or pledge to God'. In Dutch and English, the meaning of Bessy is 'God is great', 'perfection’, or ‘God is plenty and bountiful’. Bessy was recorded as early as the 16th century and has been in use since then. The name has also inspired and influenced pop culture. In the animated film, 'Barnyard', was a cow named Bessy. Similarly, in a Scottish folk ballad, Mary Gray and Bessy Bell are named as the main characters.

Gender

Girl

Origin

Hebrew

Numerology

B is for beauty, that comes from within.

E is for enchant, for enchant you will.

S is for superb, a great attitude about life.

S is for superb, a great attitude about life.

Y is for young, the years never show!

Lucky

Bessy lucky number is 7.

The detectives of numerology, 7 is known for its investigative abilities and analytical skills. Astrologically, the number 7 can be thought of as a blend of Virgo and Scorpio energy: 7 is extremely detail-oriented, but is driven by inner-wisdom as opposed to tangible realities.

Famous People Named Bessy

  • Ann Kiyomura Hayashi, American tennis player
  • Ann "Annie" McLane Kuster U.S. Congresswoman from New Hampshire
  • Ann VanderMeer American publisher and editor Weird Tales Magazine
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Bessy in Pop Culture

  • "Whoa Nellie," a phrase
  • Neely O'Hara character in film "Valley of the Dolls"
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