Liesl Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Liesl is a German name derived from Elisabeth, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'God is my oath'. It has evolved through various forms such as Elisheba and Elisabeth. The name is often perceived as charming and innocent, with cultural significance from works like 'The Sound of Music', though it does not have biblical roots.
The name Liesl is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Liesl has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Liesl' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2088th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3680th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4946th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4143rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Liesl' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Liesl"
Pronunciation
/ˈliːzl/
Origin
German
Etymology
Liesl is a diminutive form of the name Elisabeth, which itself comes from the Hebrew name Elisheba meaning 'God is my oath'.
Meaning
God is my oath
Language Evolution
Elisheba, Elisabeth, Liesl
Historical Usage
Liesl gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in German-speaking countries and through cultural references such as the character Liesl in 'The Sound of Music'.
Variants & Derivatives
Liesel, Liesbeth, Elisabeth
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Liesl is often associated with charm and innocence, partly due to its representation in literature and film.
Famous People
Liesl Karlstadt, Liesl Newsome
📊 Liesl Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 100 peak births in 1966
Geographic Spread
Popular across 12 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Liesl"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Liesl"
"Liesl" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2088th of 19264 | 650 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3680th of 27321 | 423 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4946th of 35406 | 421 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4143rd of 30306 | 422 |
Regional Popularity of "Liesl" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Liesl" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
74.12% 2177th/2937 |
60.52% 2108th/3483 |
76.78% 2701st/3518 |
50.59% 2046th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
65.68% 4149th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
82.91% 3799th/4582 |
86.77% 4481st/5164 |
83.69% 6120th/7313 |
69.06% 5154th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
- |
77.72% 5302nd/6822 |
94.39% 5924th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Liesl"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Liesl" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.