Lisbeth Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lisbeth originates from the Hebrew name Elisheba, meaning 'God is my oath.' It evolved through historical forms such as Elizabeth before becoming popular in its own right. The name conveys traits of strength and independence and has biblical relevance through its connection to Elizabeth. Today, it enjoys a positive perception and is associated with notable fictional characters and artists.
The name Lisbeth is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Lisbeth 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, 'Lisbeth' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3972nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2341st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1404th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2361st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2004th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1385th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3498th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lisbeth' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lisbeth"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɪzbəθ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Lisbeth is derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba, meaning 'God is my oath.' It is often considered a variation of Elizabeth.
Meaning
God is my oath
Language Evolution
Elisheba, Elizabeth, Lisbeth
Biblical Background
Lisbeth is indirectly related to the Bible through its connection to Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist.
Historical Usage
Lisbeth gained popularity in the 19th century as a diminutive of Elizabeth, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Elizabeth, Liz, Beth, Lizzie
Modern Popularity & Image
Lisbeth is perceived as a classic yet modern name, often associated with strength and independence.
Famous People
Lisbeth Salander (fictional character from 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo'), Lisbeth Scott (American singer and composer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lisbeth"
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 "Lisbeth"
"Lisbeth" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3972nd of 9107 | 94 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2341st of 9204 | 246 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1404th of 12526 | 1,041 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2361st of 19264 | 543 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2004th of 27321 | 996 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1385th of 35406 | 2,450 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3498th of 30306 | 540 |
Regional Popularity of "Lisbeth" 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 "Lisbeth" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
79.76% 1241st/1556 |
- | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
63.13% 1406th/2227 |
39.51% 960th/2430 |
80.13% 2286th/2853 |
61.87% 1717th/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
46.77% 1629th/3483 |
79.76% 2806th/3518 |
53.66% 2170th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
60.49% 2229th/3685 |
33.59% 1503rd/4475 |
42.86% 2226th/5194 |
19.28% 1218th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
41.58% 1905th/4582 |
21.34% 1102nd/5164 |
19.38% 1417th/7313 |
14.81% 1105th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
46.85% 2102nd/4487 |
53.14% 3625th/6822 |
53.35% 3348th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lisbeth"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lisbeth" 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.