Bessie
/ˈbɛsi/
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Bessie is an English diminutive of the name Elizabeth, which means 'holy and sacred to God'. It carries a sense of devotion and reverence, often associated with simplicity and charm. Popular in the 19th and early 20th centuries, Bessie evokes a nostalgic, timeless quality.
Bessie Potter Vonnoh
Sculptor, American sculptor in bronze
Bessie Smith
Singer, Empress of the Blues
Bessie Love
Actor, The Broadway Melody
Bessie Head
Novelist, A Question of Power
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