In the prayer
Derived from the Amharic language of Ethiopia, this name translates to 'in the prayer' or 'by prayer'. It reflects a deep spiritual connection and the idea of a child being an answer to a prayer or living within a state of grace.
Less common today
Betselot isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,607 in 2018.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
