Lizzie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lizzie is a diminutive of Elizabeth with Hebrew origins meaning 'God is my oath.' It evolved from Elizabeth to Liz and then to Lizzie. The name is characterized by its friendly and approachable nature, and it gained popularity in the 19th century. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with Lizzie itself. Common variants include Liz and Eliza, and it is perceived positively in modern contexts.
The name Lizzie is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Lizzie 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, 'Lizzie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3850th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5169th out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 223rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 356th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 732nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1787th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3021st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2782nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2566th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lizzie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lizzie"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɪzi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Lizzie is a diminutive form of Elizabeth, which means 'God is my oath' in Hebrew.
Meaning
God is my oath
Language Evolution
Elizabeth, Liz, Lizzie
Historical Usage
Lizzie gained popularity in the 19th century as a friendly and affectionate form of Elizabeth.
Variants & Derivatives
Liz, Beth, Eliza
Modern Popularity & Image
Lizzie is seen as a charming and approachable name, often associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Lizzie Borden, Lizzie McGuire, Lizzie Velasquez
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lizzie"
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 "Lizzie"
"Lizzie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3850th of 7545 | 70 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5169th of 6773 | 21 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 223rd of 9107 | 15,259 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 356th of 9204 | 6,405 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 732nd of 12526 | 3,367 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1787th of 19264 | 829 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3021st of 27321 | 559 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2782nd of 35406 | 936 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2566th of 30306 | 832 |
Regional Popularity of "Lizzie" 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 "Lizzie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
56.29% 797th/1416 |
47.06% 649th/1379 |
6.00% 142nd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
70.25% 1086th/1546 |
57.33% 892nd/1556 |
9.60% 226th/2353 |
94.96% 1469th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
55.14% 1228th/2227 |
52.84% 1284th/2430 |
15.70% 448th/2853 |
94.59% 2625th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
55.19% 1621st/2937 |
51.56% 1796th/3483 |
47.33% 1665th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
52.18% 1923rd/3685 |
36.92% 1652nd/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
50.96% 2335th/4582 |
33.27% 1718th/5164 |
51.91% 3796th/7313 |
57.67% 4304th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
52.81% 2104th/3984 |
37.33% 1675th/4487 |
46.63% 3181st/6822 |
60.69% 3809th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lizzie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lizzie" 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.