Elizabetha Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: eh-LIZ-ah-BETH-ah /ɛˈlɪzəˌbɛθə/
Origin: Hebrew; Greek; Latin
Meaning: Hebrew: God is my oath; Greek: consecrated to God; Latin: pledged to God
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Elizabetha has its roots in the Hebrew name Elisheba, which means "God is my oath." This name was transliterated into Greek as Elisabet and subsequently into Latin as Elizabetha. The transition into English occurred through the Old French form Élisabeth, which was introduced following the Norman Conquest in the 11th century.
The name has been used in various forms across different cultures, reflecting its deep historical and linguistic significance. Historically, Elizabeth has been borne by numerous notable figures, including Elizabeth I of England, who reigned from 1558 to 1603 and is often celebrated for her role in the English Renaissance and the defeat of the Spanish Armada.
The name is also associated with biblical figures, particularly in the New Testament, where Elizabeth is the mother of John the Baptist. The name's presence in significant religious texts, such as the King James Bible, has further cemented its importance in Christian tradition.
Culturally, the name Elizabetha has been associated with themes of nobility and divine promise, often symbolizing loyalty and faith. Its various diminutive forms, such as Liz, Beth, and Eliza, have also contributed to its enduring appeal across different cultures and eras.
The name has been a staple in royal lineages and has been celebrated in literature and art, reinforcing its status as a timeless and revered choice throughout history.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elizabetha was first seen in the United States in 1917.
Elizabetha has ranked as high as #847 nationally, which occurred in 1917, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Elizabetha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Elizabetha is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Elizabetha was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Elizabetha
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Elizabetha.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 5 |