Lisette Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: lee-ZET /liˈzɛt/
Origin: French; Hebrew
Meaning: French: God is my oath; Hebrew: pledged to God
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lisette is of French origin, derived as a diminutive form of the name Elizabeth, which itself has roots in the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning "God is my oath." The transition from Hebrew to English occurred through several linguistic stages, including Greek (Elisabet), Latin (Elisabetha), and Old French, where it evolved into Lisette. This diminutive form gained traction in the 17th century, particularly in France, where it became associated with charm and femininity, reflecting the cultural values of the time.
Historically, the name Elizabeth has been significant, with notable figures such as Elizabeth I of England, who reigned from 1558 to 1603, contributing to the name's prominence. The name appears in various biblical texts, particularly in the New Testament, where Elizabeth is the mother of John the Baptist.
The widespread use of Elizabeth in various forms across Europe, including Lisette, can be traced back to the influence of the Protestant Reformation and the subsequent translations of the Bible, including the King James Version in 1611, which helped popularize biblical names. Culturally, Lisette carries connotations of grace and elegance, often associated with the arts and literature.
The name has been featured in various works of literature and music, symbolizing beauty and virtue. In addition to its use in France, Lisette has found resonance in other cultures, often reflecting a sense of nostalgia and romanticism.
The name's enduring appeal can be attributed to its melodic quality and the strong historical associations with Elizabeth, making it a cherished choice in various contexts.
Famous people named Lisette
In this section, you will find notable people named Lisette. 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 Lisette who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Lisette who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Lisette Oropesa is an opera singer best known for her performances in La Traviata, The Barber of Seville, and Rigoletto.
Lisette Larcher is a singer and songwriter best known for her work in the French music scene and collaborations with various artists.
Fictional characters named Lisette
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Lisette is a fictional character from the novel The Count of Monte Cristo. She is a young woman who becomes a significant figure in the life of the protagonist, Edmond Dantès.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Lisette. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lisette was first seen in the United States in 1882.
Lisette has ranked as high as #1126 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Texas, and Florida.
In the past 5 years the name Lisette has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Lisette 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 Lisette 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 Lisette.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 29 | 29 |
| 2024 | 30 | 30 |
| 2023 | 29 | 29 |
| 2022 | 18 | 18 |
| 2021 | 31 | 31 |
| 2020 | 26 | 26 |
| 2019 | 36 | 36 |
| 2018 | 29 | 29 |
| 2017 | 41 | 41 |
| 2016 | 42 | 42 |
| 2015 | 55 | 55 |
| 2014 | 59 | 59 |
| 2013 | 61 | 61 |
| 2012 | 67 | 67 |
| 2011 | 81 | 81 |
| 2010 | 110 | 110 |
| 2009 | 89 | 89 |
| 2008 | 119 | 119 |
| 2007 | 121 | 121 |
| 2006 | 153 | 153 |
| 2005 | 183 | 183 |
| 2004 | 234 | 234 |
| 2003 | 178 | 178 |
| 2002 | 214 | 214 |
| 2001 | 229 | 229 |
| 2000 | 256 | 256 |
| 1999 | 395 | 395 |
| 1998 | 195 | 195 |
| 1997 | 286 | 286 |
| 1996 | 187 | 187 |
| 1995 | 169 | 169 |
| 1994 | 174 | 174 |
| 1993 | 164 | 164 |
| 1992 | 244 | 244 |
| 1991 | 185 | 185 |
| 1990 | 200 | 200 |
| 1989 | 195 | 195 |
| 1988 | 159 | 159 |
| 1987 | 179 | 179 |
| 1986 | 171 | 171 |
| 1985 | 172 | 172 |
| 1984 | 149 | 149 |
| 1983 | 145 | 145 |
| 1982 | 157 | 157 |
| 1981 | 183 | 183 |
| 1980 | 160 | 160 |
| 1979 | 148 | 148 |
| 1978 | 217 | 217 |
| 1977 | 220 | 220 |
| 1976 | 146 | 146 |
| 1975 | 158 | 158 |
| 1974 | 126 | 126 |
| 1973 | 151 | 151 |
| 1972 | 161 | 161 |
| 1971 | 186 | 186 |
| 1970 | 224 | 224 |
| 1969 | 202 | 202 |
| 1968 | 182 | 182 |
| 1967 | 163 | 163 |
| 1966 | 118 | 118 |
| 1965 | 79 | 79 |
| 1964 | 76 | 76 |
| 1963 | 68 | 68 |
| 1962 | 56 | 56 |
| 1961 | 63 | 63 |
| 1960 | 41 | 41 |
| 1959 | 37 | 37 |
| 1958 | 42 | 42 |
| 1957 | 29 | 29 |
| 1956 | 34 | 34 |
| 1955 | 24 | 24 |
| 1954 | 29 | 29 |
| 1953 | 21 | 21 |
| 1952 | 16 | 16 |
| 1951 | 15 | 15 |
| 1950 | 16 | 16 |
| 1949 | 8 | 8 |
| 1948 | 15 | 15 |
| 1947 | 8 | 8 |
| 1946 | 11 | 11 |
| 1945 | 8 | 8 |
| 1943 | 10 | 10 |
| 1942 | 9 | 9 |
| 1940 | 5 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 | 5 |
| 1926 | 5 | 5 |
| 1920 | 6 | 6 |
| 1915 | 7 | 7 |
| 1914 | 8 | 8 |
| 1912 | 6 | 6 |
| 1907 | 5 | 5 |
| 1905 | 5 | 5 |
| 1903 | 6 | 6 |
| 1885 | 7 | 7 |
| 1884 | 5 | 5 |
| 1882 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Lisette (2022)
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 | 5 |