Elizette Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: eh-liz-ET /ɛlɪˈzɛt/
Origin: French; Hebrew
Meaning: French: God is my oath; Hebrew: pledged to God
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Elizette is a diminutive form of the name Elizabeth, which has its roots in the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning "God is my oath." This name was adapted into Greek as Elisabet and later into Latin as Elisabetha. The transition into Old French as Élisabeth occurred during the medieval period, particularly as the name gained popularity through the influence of various saints and biblical figures, most notably Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist, mentioned in the New Testament.
The name Elizabeth was further popularized in England by the reign of Queen Elizabeth I in the late 16th century, solidifying its presence in English-speaking cultures. Throughout history, the name Elizabeth has been associated with numerous queens and noblewomen, contributing to its enduring legacy.
The name appears in significant literary works, including the King James Bible, which was published in 1611 and helped to standardize many biblical names in English. Elizabeth's prominence in various royal lineages and her representation in literature and art have ensured that the name remains culturally significant across centuries.
Elizette, as a variant, carries the same connotations of grace and nobility associated with Elizabeth. It reflects a softer, more intimate form of the name, often used in French-speaking regions.
The name Elizette embodies the qualities of faithfulness and devotion, resonating with the historical and religious significance of its root name. The enduring appeal of Elizabeth and its derivatives, including Elizette, highlights the name's deep cultural roots and its association with strong female figures throughout history.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elizette was first seen in the United States in 1990.
Elizette has ranked as high as #1251 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Elizette has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Elizette 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 Elizette was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Elizette
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 Elizette.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |