Liseth Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: LEE-seth /ˈliː.sɛθ/
Origin: Spanish; Hebrew
Meaning: Spanish: derived from Elizabeth; Hebrew: God is my oath
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Liseth has roots in the Hebrew name Elisheba, which means "God is my oath." This name was adapted into Greek as Elisabet and subsequently into Latin as Elisabetha. The name made its way into Old French as Élisabeth, which was then anglicized to Elizabeth in English.
The diminutive form Liseth likely emerged as a variation of Lisette, a French diminutive of Élisabeth, reflecting a trend in many cultures to create affectionate or informal versions of longer names. Historically, the name Elizabeth has significant milestones, particularly in the context of biblical figures.
In the New Testament, Elizabeth is the mother of John the Baptist, a prominent figure in Christianity. The name gained further prominence through various queens and saints, most notably Queen Elizabeth I of England, who reigned from 1558 to 1603 and is remembered for her role in the English Renaissance and the defeat of the Spanish Armada.
The name's enduring legacy was further solidified through its inclusion in major works such as the King James Bible, published in 1611, which helped to popularize biblical names in English-speaking cultures. Culturally, the name Liseth and its variants have been associated with themes of faith and devotion, reflecting the original meaning tied to oaths and promises to God.
The name has been embraced in various cultures, often symbolizing strength and loyalty. Its connection to the biblical narrative and royal figures has contributed to its lasting significance, allowing it to resonate through generations.
The diminutive Liseth, while less common, carries the same connotations of warmth and affection, making it a cherished choice in naming.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Liseth was first seen in the United States in 1976.
Liseth has ranked as high as #5083 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in California, Texas, and Arizona.
In the past 5 years the name Liseth has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Liseth 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 Liseth 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 Liseth.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 10 | 10 |
| 2024 | 6 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 | 5 |
| 2020 | 10 | 10 |
| 2019 | 5 | 5 |
| 2018 | 10 | 10 |
| 2017 | 5 | 5 |
| 2016 | 8 | 8 |
| 2015 | 10 | 10 |
| 2013 | 9 | 9 |
| 2012 | 11 | 11 |
| 2011 | 12 | 12 |
| 2010 | 22 | 22 |
| 2009 | 16 | 16 |
| 2008 | 28 | 28 |
| 2007 | 25 | 25 |
| 2006 | 33 | 33 |
| 2005 | 26 | 26 |
| 2004 | 16 | 16 |
| 2003 | 27 | 27 |
| 2002 | 26 | 26 |
| 2001 | 40 | 40 |
| 2000 | 21 | 21 |
| 1999 | 43 | 43 |
| 1998 | 23 | 23 |
| 1997 | 16 | 16 |
| 1996 | 16 | 16 |
| 1995 | 13 | 13 |
| 1994 | 22 | 22 |
| 1993 | 16 | 16 |
| 1992 | 18 | 18 |
| 1991 | 22 | 22 |
| 1990 | 27 | 27 |
| 1989 | 22 | 22 |
| 1988 | 10 | 10 |
| 1987 | 14 | 14 |
| 1986 | 14 | 14 |
| 1985 | 10 | 10 |
| 1984 | 9 | 9 |
| 1983 | 10 | 10 |
| 1982 | 7 | 7 |
| 1981 | 11 | 11 |
| 1980 | 15 | 15 |
| 1979 | 10 | 10 |
| 1978 | 7 | 7 |
| 1977 | 7 | 7 |
| 1976 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Liseth (2008)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 9 | |
| CA | 5 |