Lissbeth Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: LIS-beth /ˈlɪs.bɛθ/
Origin: Hebrew; Scandinavian
Meaning: Hebrew: God is my oath; Scandinavian: pledged to God
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lissbeth is a variant of the name Elizabeth, which has its roots in the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning "God is my oath." This name was transliterated into Greek as Elisabet and subsequently into Latin as Elisabetha. The name made its way into Old French as Élisabeth before entering the English language in the Middle Ages.
The transformation of the name across these languages reflects both linguistic evolution and cultural exchange, particularly during periods of religious significance when biblical names were adopted widely across Europe. Historically, the name Elizabeth has been borne by numerous notable figures, including several queens and saints.
One of the most significant early bearers was Elizabeth of Hungary, a 13th-century saint known for her charitable works. The name gained further prominence with 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 biblical roots were solidified through its inclusion in major religious texts, such as the King James Bible, which was published in 1611 and contributed to the name's enduring legacy in English-speaking cultures. Culturally, the name Lissbeth, as a diminutive or variant of Elizabeth, carries with it the connotations of loyalty and devotion, reflecting its etymological meaning.
The name has been associated with various virtues, including faithfulness and strength, which have contributed to its lasting appeal across different cultures and eras. The variations of Elizabeth, including Lissbeth, have been embraced in various forms throughout history, showcasing the adaptability of names and their meanings as they traverse linguistic and cultural boundaries.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lissbeth was first seen in the United States in 2003.
Lissbeth has ranked as high as #1315 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Lissbeth has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Lissbeth 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 Lissbeth was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Lissbeth
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 Lissbeth.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2003 | 6 |