Floribeth
Origin:Spanish
Meaning:Flower; My God is an oath; House of figs; House of affliction
Floribeth is a feminine name of Spanish origin that’s especially popular in the Philippines. The prefix Flor hints at this elegant title’s meaning, "flower." Naming baby Floribeth could be a lovely way to connect them to nature and celebrate all the ways they’ll grow and flourish. Floribeth is also considered a modern invented name inspired by Flora and Beth. Beth is a shortened form of Elizabeth, a Hebrew moniker that translates to “my God is an oath.” Beth could also stem from Bethany, another Hebrew title that carries the interpretations “house of figs” or “house of affliction” from the biblical place name Bethlehem.
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Behind the Name, Floribeth, December 2018
Behind the Name, Flora, October 2024
Name Doctor, Bethany
WordSense Dictionary, Elizabeth
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