Lizabeth Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lizabeth is a name derived from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath.' It has evolved through various languages including Greek and English. The name conveys a sense of loyalty and commitment. While it lacks direct biblical references, it is rooted in a significant biblical name. Lizabeth became popular in the 19th century as a variant of Elizabeth and remains a charming, vintage choice today.
The name Lizabeth is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the Northeast 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, Lizabeth 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, 'Lizabeth' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4467th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2468th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 921st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1408th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2076th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3423rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6936th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lizabeth' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lizabeth"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɪzəˌbɛθ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Lizabeth is a diminutive form of Elizabeth, which comes from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath.'
Meaning
God is my oath
Language Evolution
Elisheva (Hebrew), Elisabeth (Greek), Elizabeth (Middle English), Lizabeth (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Lizabeth gained popularity in the 19th century as a creative variation of Elizabeth, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Liz, Lizzie, Beth, Eliza
Modern Popularity & Image
Lizabeth is perceived as a unique and vintage name that carries a sense of elegance and charm.
Famous People
Lizabeth Scott - American actress, Lizabeth Cohen - American historian, Lizabeth Salander - fictional character from the 'Millennium' series
📊 Lizabeth Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 189 peak births in 1958
Geographic Spread
Popular across 25 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lizabeth"
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 "Lizabeth"
"Lizabeth" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4467th of 9107 | 71 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2468th of 9204 | 229 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 921st of 12526 | 2,258 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1408th of 19264 | 1,199 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2076th of 27321 | 944 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3423rd of 35406 | 699 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6936th of 30306 | 203 |
Regional Popularity of "Lizabeth" 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 "Lizabeth" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
34.80% 775th/2227 |
30.41% 739th/2430 |
44.06% 1257th/2853 |
32.86% 912th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
42.08% 1236th/2937 |
31.52% 1098th/3483 |
60.69% 2135th/3518 |
35.63% 1441st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
50.35% 2253rd/4475 |
45.65% 2371st/5194 |
25.41% 1605th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
74.53% 3415th/4582 |
94.17% 4863rd/5164 |
59.57% 4356th/7313 |
41.75% 3116th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
77.72% 5302nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Lizabeth"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lizabeth" 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.