Lizette Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: lih-ZET //lɪˈzɛt//
Origin: French; Spanish
Meaning: French: God is my oath; Spanish: pledged to God
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lizette 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 shortened and modified into various forms, including Lizette, as it entered the English language.
The diminutive form Lizette reflects a common practice in many cultures of creating affectionate or familiar versions of longer names. Historically, the name Elisabeth has been borne by several notable figures, including Elizabeth I of England, who reigned from 1558 to 1603 and is remembered for her significant role in the English Renaissance and the defeat of the Spanish Armada.
The name also appears in the Bible, notably in the New Testament, where Elizabeth is the mother of John the Baptist, a key figure in Christianity. This biblical association has contributed to the name's enduring popularity across various cultures and languages.
Culturally, the name Lizette, along with its variants, has been associated with qualities such as loyalty and faithfulness, reflecting its etymological roots. The name has been embraced in various artistic and literary contexts, often symbolizing grace and femininity.
In French literature and culture, Lizette has appeared in various works, further embedding the name within the cultural fabric of regions where French is spoken. The name's historical and cultural significance has allowed it to maintain a presence in various societies, illustrating the timeless appeal of names with deep linguistic and historical roots.
Famous people named Lizette
In this section, you will find notable people named Lizette. 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 Lizette who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Lizette who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Lizette Salas is a professional golfer best known for competing on the LPGA Tour and winning the 2014 California State Open.
Lizette Lemoine is a singer-songwriter best known for her work in the indie music scene and her album 'The Other Side'.
Lizette Carr is a dancer and choreographer best known for her performances in contemporary dance productions.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lizette was first seen in the United States in 1889.
Lizette has ranked as high as #961 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Arizona.
In the past 5 years the name Lizette has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Lizette 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 Lizette 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 Lizette.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 29 | 0 | 29 |
| 2024 | 39 | 0 | 39 |
| 2023 | 42 | 0 | 42 |
| 2022 | 33 | 0 | 33 |
| 2021 | 37 | 0 | 37 |
| 2020 | 55 | 0 | 55 |
| 2019 | 48 | 0 | 48 |
| 2018 | 47 | 0 | 47 |
| 2017 | 42 | 0 | 42 |
| 2016 | 59 | 0 | 59 |
| 2015 | 59 | 0 | 59 |
| 2014 | 74 | 0 | 74 |
| 2013 | 65 | 0 | 65 |
| 2012 | 104 | 0 | 104 |
| 2011 | 151 | 0 | 151 |
| 2010 | 191 | 0 | 191 |
| 2009 | 189 | 0 | 189 |
| 2008 | 190 | 0 | 190 |
| 2007 | 192 | 0 | 192 |
| 2006 | 238 | 0 | 238 |
| 2005 | 291 | 0 | 291 |
| 2004 | 332 | 0 | 332 |
| 2003 | 292 | 0 | 292 |
| 2002 | 291 | 0 | 291 |
| 2001 | 335 | 0 | 335 |
| 2000 | 329 | 0 | 329 |
| 1999 | 506 | 0 | 506 |
| 1998 | 334 | 0 | 334 |
| 1997 | 291 | 0 | 291 |
| 1996 | 270 | 0 | 270 |
| 1995 | 318 | 0 | 318 |
| 1994 | 271 | 0 | 271 |
| 1993 | 298 | 0 | 298 |
| 1992 | 322 | 0 | 322 |
| 1991 | 352 | 0 | 352 |
| 1990 | 357 | 0 | 357 |
| 1989 | 412 | 0 | 412 |
| 1988 | 316 | 0 | 316 |
| 1987 | 251 | 0 | 251 |
| 1986 | 273 | 5 | 268 |
| 1985 | 254 | 0 | 254 |
| 1984 | 208 | 0 | 208 |
| 1983 | 196 | 0 | 196 |
| 1982 | 197 | 0 | 197 |
| 1981 | 165 | 0 | 165 |
| 1980 | 187 | 0 | 187 |
| 1979 | 161 | 0 | 161 |
| 1978 | 164 | 0 | 164 |
| 1977 | 139 | 0 | 139 |
| 1976 | 116 | 0 | 116 |
| 1975 | 88 | 0 | 88 |
| 1974 | 74 | 0 | 74 |
| 1973 | 101 | 0 | 101 |
| 1972 | 88 | 0 | 88 |
| 1971 | 111 | 0 | 111 |
| 1970 | 119 | 0 | 119 |
| 1969 | 165 | 0 | 165 |
| 1968 | 205 | 0 | 205 |
| 1967 | 199 | 0 | 199 |
| 1966 | 148 | 0 | 148 |
| 1965 | 112 | 0 | 112 |
| 1964 | 74 | 0 | 74 |
| 1963 | 92 | 0 | 92 |
| 1962 | 60 | 0 | 60 |
| 1961 | 44 | 0 | 44 |
| 1960 | 48 | 0 | 48 |
| 1959 | 44 | 0 | 44 |
| 1958 | 42 | 0 | 42 |
| 1957 | 29 | 0 | 29 |
| 1956 | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| 1955 | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| 1954 | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| 1953 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1952 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1951 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 1950 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1949 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1948 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 1947 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| 1946 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1924 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1920 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1913 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1889 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Top States for Lizette (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 |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 9 | |
| CA | 8 | |
| NY | 6 |