"consecrated to God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Elizabeth
Pronunciation: [ ihl-IHZ-uhb-uhth ]
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The Story of Elizabeth
Elizabeth comes from the Hebrew Elisheba, meaning my God is an oath or my God is abundance, composed of El (God) and sheva (oath, or seven — a sacred number implying completeness). In the New Testament, Elizabeth was the mother of John the Baptist and cousin of the Virgin Mary. The name entered Western Europe via the Greek Elisavet and Latin Elisabeth.
Elizabeth has been among the top names for girls in the English-speaking world for over 500 years, a record virtually unmatched. Its popularity was reinforced by two of England's most celebrated monarchs — Elizabeth I and Elizabeth II. Its remarkable nickname treasury keeps it perennially usable for every personality.
The name Elizabeth carries the weight of two iconic English queens. Elizabeth I's reign is known as the Elizabethan Era, a golden age of exploration and literature. Elizabeth II was the longest-reigning British monarch ever. The name is found in virtually every European royal family tree.
Historical Record
Elizabeth first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,111,772 babies have been named Elizabeth in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Elizabeth is a steady classic , currently ranked #17 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Elizabeth has more common nicknames than almost any other English name — at least 10 widely used variants
- Elizabeth II was Queen for 70 years, making her the longest-reigning British monarch in history
- Elizabeth is one of only a handful of names in continuous use in English baby name records since the 1500s
Elizabeth in Other Languages
Arabic
إليزابيث
French
Élisabeth
German
Elisabeth
Hebrew
אֱלִישֶׁבַע
Italian
Elisabetta
Russian
Елизавета
Spanish
Isabel
Popularity Over Time
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1949
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1932
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1926
Queen of the United Kingdom from 1952 to 2022, the longest-reigning British monarch
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Spirited protagonist of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, widely considered literature's greatest heroine
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 5
- Popularity Rank
- #17
- Total SSA Count
- 6,878
- Cultural Origins
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- Pronunciation
- Easy
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Frequently Asked Questions About Elizabeth
What does the name Elizabeth mean?
"consecrated to God" (from Hebrew). Elizabeth comes from the Hebrew Elisheba, meaning my God is an oath or my God is abundance, composed of El (God) and sheva (oath, or seven — a sacred number implying completeness). In the New Testament, Elizabeth was the mother of John the Baptist and cousin of the Virgin Mary. The name entered Western Europe via the Greek Elisavet and Latin Elisabeth.
What is the origin of the name Elizabeth?
Elizabeth has Hebrew, English, American, Spanish, Russian, and German origins. In Hebrew, it means "consecrated to God".
Is Elizabeth a boy or girl name?
Elizabeth is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #17. As a boy name, it is ranked #28241. Elizabeth is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Elizabeth?
Elizabeth is pronounced ihl-IHZ-uhb-uhth.
How popular is the name Elizabeth?
Elizabeth is currently ranked #17 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Elizabeth?
Common nicknames for Elizabeth include Liz, Lizzie, Beth, Eliza, Bette, Betsy, Ellie, Libby, Liza, and Bess.
What are good middle names for Elizabeth?
Popular middle name pairings include Elizabeth Anne, Elizabeth Rose, Elizabeth Grace, Elizabeth Jane, Elizabeth Claire, Elizabeth Marie, and Elizabeth Catherine.
What are good sibling names for Elizabeth?
Names that pair well with Elizabeth as siblings include William, Charlotte, Henry, Margaret, George, Catherine, and James.
How many syllables does Elizabeth have?
Elizabeth has 5 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Elizabeth a common or rare name?
Elizabeth is a very popular name, ranked #17 among girl names in the United States.
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About the Name Elizabeth
Elizabeth is a girl name with English, American, Spanish, Russian, and German origins . The name means "consecrated to God" in Hebrew .
Is Elizabeth a boy or girl name? Elizabeth is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #17 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #28,241. Elizabeth is more commonly used as a girl name.
Elizabeth is currently ranked #17 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Elizabeth has 5 syllables and is pronounced ihl-IHZ-uhb-uhth, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Elizabeth include Liz, Lizzie, Beth, Eliza, Bette, Betsy, Ellie, Libby, Liza, and Bess. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Elizabeth include Eliza, Elizah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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