Lizette Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lizette is a name of French origin derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba, meaning 'God is my oath'. It has evolved through various forms from Elisheba to Elizabeth and finally to Lizette. The name is often associated with traits of elegance and creativity, and it has biblical relevance through its roots in Elizabeth. Lizette gained popularity in the 19th century and continues to be a charming choice today.
The name Lizette 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Lizette has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, 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 male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lizette' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7086th out of 9107 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1962nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 942nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 711th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 928th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3229th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lizette' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lizette"
Pronunciation
/lɪˈzɛt/
Origin
French
Etymology
Lizette is a diminutive form of Elizabeth, which comes from the Hebrew name Elisheba, meaning 'God is my oath'.
Meaning
God is my oath
Language Evolution
Elisheba (Hebrew), Elizabeth (English), Lizette (French)
Historical Usage
Lizette gained popularity as a feminine name in the 19th century, particularly in French-speaking regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Liz, Lizzy, Liza, Elizabeth
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lizette is perceived as a charming and elegant name, often associated with creativity and sophistication.
Famous People
Lizette Carr, Lizette Salas
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lizette"
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 "Lizette"
"Lizette" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7086th of 9107 | 16 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1962nd of 12526 | 584 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 942nd of 19264 | 2,177 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 711th of 27321 | 4,455 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 928th of 35406 | 4,256 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3229th of 30306 | 600 |
Regional Popularity of "Lizette" 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) |
- | - | - |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lizette" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
43.09% 1047th/2430 |
60.46% 1725th/2853 |
71.24% 1977th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
46.48% 1365th/2937 |
15.30% 533rd/3483 |
33.31% 1172nd/3518 |
19.61% 793rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
30.56% 1126th/3685 |
24.36% 1090th/4475 |
14.98% 778th/5194 |
6.46% 408th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
29.66% 1359th/4582 |
36.00% 1859th/5164 |
14.71% 1076th/7313 |
7.09% 529th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
92.70% 3693rd/3984 |
84.85% 3807th/4487 |
37.55% 2562nd/6822 |
29.76% 1868th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lizette"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lizette" 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.