Lisel
Lisel is a girl baby name. Ranked #35,588 in the US, popular nicknames include Lis, Liy, and Lisie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Lisel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1966.
Over 89 babies have been named Lisel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lisel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,588 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #35,588
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Lisel
Lisel is a girl name .
Lisel is currently ranked #35,588 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lisel include Lis, Liy, and Lisie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Lisel include Lisette . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis