Lilibeth Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: LIL-ih-beth /ˈlɪlɪbɛθ/
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: God is my oath; Hebrew: My God is abundance
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lilibeth is a modern variation of the name Elizabeth, which has its roots in the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning "God is my oath." This name was adopted into Greek as Elisabet and subsequently into Latin as Elisabetha. The name made its way into Old French as Élisabeth before being introduced into English during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century.
The evolution of the name reflects a rich linguistic journey, showcasing its adaptability across cultures and languages. Historically, Elizabeth has been borne by numerous significant 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 has also been prominent in religious contexts, as it appears in the New Testament as the mother of John the Baptist. The King James Bible, published in 1611, further solidified the name's presence in English-speaking cultures.
Lilibeth, as a diminutive form, combines the affectionate "Lili" with the traditional "Beth," reflecting a sense of intimacy and warmth. The name evokes a sense of nostalgia and connection to heritage, often associated with themes of loyalty and faithfulness due to its etymological roots.
The enduring appeal of Elizabeth and its variations, including Lilibeth, can be attributed to their historical significance and the positive qualities they symbolize, such as devotion and strength.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lilibeth was first seen in the United States in 1970.
Lilibeth has ranked as high as #2473 nationally, which occurred in 1996, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Florida.
In the past 5 years the name Lilibeth has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Lilibeth 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 Lilibeth was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Lilibeth.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 60 | 60 |
| 2024 | 47 | 47 |
| 2023 | 58 | 58 |
| 2022 | 70 | 70 |
| 2021 | 46 | 46 |
| 2020 | 13 | 13 |
| 2019 | 19 | 19 |
| 2018 | 15 | 15 |
| 2017 | 20 | 20 |
| 2016 | 30 | 30 |
| 2015 | 20 | 20 |
| 2014 | 17 | 17 |
| 2013 | 17 | 17 |
| 2012 | 28 | 28 |
| 2011 | 24 | 24 |
| 2010 | 25 | 25 |
| 2009 | 24 | 24 |
| 2008 | 25 | 25 |
| 2007 | 42 | 42 |
| 2006 | 42 | 42 |
| 2005 | 33 | 33 |
| 2004 | 33 | 33 |
| 2003 | 27 | 27 |
| 2002 | 36 | 36 |
| 2001 | 26 | 26 |
| 2000 | 64 | 64 |
| 1999 | 70 | 70 |
| 1998 | 61 | 61 |
| 1997 | 97 | 97 |
| 1996 | 113 | 113 |
| 1995 | 99 | 99 |
| 1994 | 40 | 40 |
| 1993 | 38 | 38 |
| 1992 | 29 | 29 |
| 1991 | 31 | 31 |
| 1990 | 40 | 40 |
| 1989 | 43 | 43 |
| 1988 | 32 | 32 |
| 1987 | 29 | 29 |
| 1986 | 29 | 29 |
| 1985 | 24 | 24 |
| 1984 | 17 | 17 |
| 1983 | 10 | 10 |
| 1982 | 10 | 10 |
| 1981 | 7 | 7 |
| 1979 | 7 | 7 |
| 1978 | 7 | 7 |
| 1977 | 5 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Lilibeth (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 15 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| FL | 5 |