Lilibeth Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lilibeth is an English name derived from Elizabeth, which has Hebrew roots meaning 'God is my oath.' It evolved from Elisheba to Elizabeth and then to Lilibeth. The name embodies traits of charm and endearment, with a modern image linked to royalty. Its biblical relevance is not applicable, but it has gained popularity in contemporary times, especially due to its association with notable figures.
The name Lilibeth is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Lilibeth has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling 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, 'Lilibeth' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11241st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2915th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3583rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4510th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lilibeth' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lilibeth"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɪlɪbɛθ/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Lilibeth is a diminutive of the name Elizabeth, which derives from the Hebrew name Elisheba, meaning 'God is my oath.'
Meaning
God is my oath
Language Evolution
Elisheba (Hebrew), Elizabeth (Old English), Lilibeth (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Lilibeth gained popularity in the 20th century, notably associated with Queen Elizabeth II, whose family often used the nickname Lilibet.
Variants & Derivatives
Lilibet, Elizabeth, Liz, Beth
Modern Popularity & Image
Lilibeth is seen as a charming and endearing name, often associated with royalty and tradition.
Famous People
Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor, Queen Elizabeth II (often referred to as Lilibet in her childhood)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lilibeth"
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 "Lilibeth"
"Lilibeth" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11241st of 19264 | 34 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2915th of 27321 | 591 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3583rd of 35406 | 657 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4510th of 30306 | 372 |
Regional Popularity of "Lilibeth" 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 "Lilibeth" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
85.07% 3135th/3685 |
47.33% 2118th/4475 |
52.83% 2744th/5194 |
23.90% 1510th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
70.60% 3235th/4582 |
63.07% 3257th/5164 |
43.69% 3195th/7313 |
27.21% 2031st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
92.11% 4133rd/4487 |
49.79% 3397th/6822 |
46.51% 2919th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lilibeth"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lilibeth" 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.