Liesl Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: LEEZ-ul /ˈliːzəl/
Origin: German; Dutch
Meaning: German: God's promise; Dutch: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Liesl is of German origin, derived as a diminutive form of the name Elisabeth, which itself has roots in Hebrew. The Hebrew name Elisheba, meaning "God is my oath," was adapted into Greek as Elisabet, which then transitioned into Latin as Elisabetha.
The name spread throughout Europe, particularly during the Middle Ages, where it was embraced in various forms, including the German Liesl. This diminutive form reflects a common practice in German-speaking cultures of creating affectionate or familiar versions of names.
Historically, the name Elisabeth has been borne by numerous notable figures, including several queens and saints, which contributed to its enduring popularity. One significant milestone in the name's history is its appearance in the King James Bible, published in 1611, where Elisabeth is the mother of John the Baptist.
This biblical connection has reinforced the name's significance in Christian traditions, particularly in the context of religious and royal lineages throughout Europe. Culturally, Liesl carries connotations of warmth and familiarity, often associated with the character Liesl von Trapp from the musical "The Sound of Music," which has further embedded the name in popular culture.
The name embodies a sense of tradition and familial bonds, reflecting the affectionate nature of diminutives in German. As a diminutive of Elisabeth, Liesl also shares in the rich heritage of names that symbolize devotion and faith, making it a name with deep historical and cultural resonance.
Famous people named Liesl
In this section, you will find notable people named Liesl. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Liesl who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Liesl Tommy is a director best known for Eclipsed, The Good Fight, and the Broadway production of Ain't Too Proud.
Fictional characters named Liesl
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Liesl is a fictional character from the musical and film The Sound of Music. She is the eldest daughter of the von Trapp family, known for her romantic spirit and strong bond with her siblings.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Liesl was first seen in the United States in 1965.
Liesl has ranked as high as #969 nationally, which occurred in 1966, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Minnesota, and Washington.
In the past 5 years the name Liesl has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Liesl 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 Liesl was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Liesl (2022)
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.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| UT | 6 |
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 Liesl.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 22 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2019 | 29 |
| 2018 | 37 |
| 2017 | 35 |
| 2016 | 36 |
| 2015 | 51 |
| 2014 | 55 |
| 2013 | 39 |
| 2012 | 46 |
| 2011 | 46 |
| 2010 | 43 |
| 2009 | 30 |
| 2008 | 41 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2005 | 27 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2001 | 26 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 1998 | 28 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1993 | 19 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1991 | 21 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1989 | 32 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1987 | 29 |
| 1986 | 29 |
| 1985 | 30 |
| 1984 | 40 |
| 1983 | 29 |
| 1982 | 39 |
| 1981 | 29 |
| 1980 | 27 |
| 1979 | 24 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1977 | 27 |
| 1976 | 26 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1974 | 19 |
| 1973 | 25 |
| 1972 | 21 |
| 1971 | 29 |
| 1970 | 47 |
| 1969 | 72 |
| 1968 | 85 |
| 1967 | 96 |
| 1966 | 100 |
| 1965 | 24 |