Lissett Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: lih-SET //lɪˈsɛt//
Origin: Spanish; French
Meaning: Spanish: God is my oath; French: variant of Lisette, meaning 'pledged to God'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lissett is derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba, meaning "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 Lissett likely emerged as a variant of Lisette, a French diminutive of Élisabeth, reflecting a trend in various cultures to create affectionate or informal versions of longer names. Historically, the name Elizabeth has significant milestones, including its association with several prominent biblical figures, notably the mother of John the Baptist, as mentioned in the New Testament.
The name gained further prominence through various queens and saints, particularly in the medieval period. Elizabeth I of England, who reigned from 1558 to 1603, is one of the most notable historical figures bearing the name, symbolizing strength and stability during the Elizabethan era.
The name's enduring presence in English literature and culture is also marked by its appearance in major works, including the King James Bible, which helped solidify its popularity in the English-speaking world. Culturally, the name Lissett and its variants have been associated with themes of devotion and faith, stemming from its original meaning.
The name has been embraced in various cultures, often linked to notions of loyalty and commitment, reflecting the significance of oaths and promises in both religious and secular contexts. The evolution of Lissett from its Hebrew roots through various linguistic transformations highlights the name's rich historical tapestry and its resonance across different cultures and eras.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lissett was first seen in the United States in 1967.
Lissett has ranked as high as #1270 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, and New Jersey.
In the past 5 years the name Lissett has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Lissett 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 Lissett was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Lissett (2002)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 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 Lissett.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1994 | 23 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1991 | 19 |
| 1990 | 24 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1988 | 23 |
| 1987 | 25 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1977 | 21 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1967 | 5 |