Elisabeth Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationeh-LIZ-ah-beth / ɪˈlɪzəˌbɛθ

Hebrew; Greek; English

Meaning

Hebrew: God is my oath; Greek: consecrated to God

Historical & Cultural Background

Elisabeth is a variant of Elizabeth, which has been used since the Middle Ages. The name has significant religious connotations, particularly in Christianity, due to its association with biblical figures. It has been popular in various cultures and languages, often symbolizing devotion and faith. The name has also been borne by numerous queens and notable figures throughout history.

Trend Summary

Elisabeth has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often ranking within the top 1000 names.

Similar Names

IsabellaLisbethElianaAmeliaSophiaGabriellaAnastasiaCecilia

Variants

  • Elizabeth
  • Eliza
  • Liz
  • Beth

International Variants

  • Elisabet (Swedish)
  • Elisabete (Portuguese)
  • Elisabeth (French)
  • Isabel (Spanish)

Famous people named Elisabeth

Elisabeth Moss is an American actress known for her roles in 'The Handmaid's Tale' and 'Mad Men'.

Elisabeth Shue is an American actress recognized for her performances in 'The Karate Kid' and 'Leaving Las Vegas'.

Elisabeth II was the Queen of the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth realms from 1952 until her death in 2022.

Elisabeth Kübler-Ross was a Swiss-American psychiatrist famous for her work on the five stages of grief.

Fictional characters named Elisabeth

Elisabeth Bennet is a central character in Jane Austen's novel 'Pride and Prejudice', known for her wit and independence.

Elisabeth Liones is a character in the anime and manga series 'The Seven Deadly Sins', portrayed as a princess with a strong sense of justice.

Sibling Suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Elisabeth was first seen in the United States in 1979. Elisabeth has ranked as high as #1186 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in District of Columbia. In the past 5 years the name Elisabeth has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Elisabeth (1989)

StateBirthsShare
DC 7
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19796
19826
19855
198910