Liz Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLiz / lɪzHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God is my oath; English: pledged to God
Historical & Cultural Background
Liz is often considered a diminutive of Elizabeth, which has roots in Hebrew. The name Elizabeth has been popular in various cultures and has been borne by numerous queens and saints. Liz gained popularity in English-speaking countries as a standalone name in the 20th century. It is often associated with qualities of loyalty and faithfulness.
Trend Summary
Liz has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Liza
- Lizzie
International Variants
- Elisabeth (German)
- Elisabet (Spanish)
- Lise (French)
Famous people named Liz
Liz Taylor was a renowned British-American actress known for her roles in classic films such as 'Cleopatra' and 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?'.
Liz Cheney is an American attorney and politician who served as a U.S. Representative from Wyoming.
Liz Phair is an American singer-songwriter known for her influential work in the alternative rock genre.
Liz Hurley is an English actress and model known for her roles in films and her work in fashion.
Fictional characters named Liz
Liz Lemon is a character from the television series '30 Rock', known for her role as a head writer on a sketch comedy show.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Liz was first seen in the United States in 1930. Liz has ranked as high as #625 nationally, which occurred in 1961, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Liz has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Liz (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MA | 33 | |
| FL | 28 | |
| TX | 14 | |
| CA | 11 | |
| NJ | 10 | |
| NY | 9 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| GA | 5 | |
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1939 | 15 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 25 |
| 1942 | 34 |
| 1943 | 22 |
| 1944 | 22 |
| 1945 | 28 |
| 1946 | 43 |
| 1947 | 49 |
| 1948 | 40 |
| 1949 | 35 |
| 1950 | 22 |
| 1951 | 30 |
| 1952 | 25 |
| 1953 | 28 |
| 1954 | 29 |
| 1955 | 74 |
| 1956 | 118 |
| 1957 | 276 |
| 1958 | 538 |
| 1959 | 621 |
| 1960 | 638 |
| 1961 | 664 |
| 1962 | 523 |
| 1963 | 421 |
| 1964 | 348 |
| 1965 | 237 |
| 1966 | 189 |
| 1967 | 133 |
| 1968 | 118 |
| 1969 | 121 |
| 1970 | 102 |
| 1971 | 93 |
| 1972 | 79 |
| 1973 | 80 |
| 1974 | 62 |
| 1975 | 48 |
| 1976 | 52 |
| 1977 | 39 |
| 1978 | 48 |
| 1979 | 54 |
| 1980 | 61 |
| 1981 | 63 |
| 1982 | 61 |
| 1983 | 58 |
| 1984 | 64 |
| 1985 | 57 |
| 1986 | 57 |
| 1987 | 56 |
| 1988 | 62 |
| 1989 | 72 |
| 1990 | 65 |
| 1991 | 82 |
| 1992 | 83 |
| 1993 | 70 |
| 1994 | 74 |
| 1995 | 62 |
| 1996 | 54 |
| 1997 | 81 |
| 1998 | 68 |
| 1999 | 64 |
| 2000 | 72 |
| 2001 | 62 |
| 2002 | 82 |
| 2003 | 70 |
| 2004 | 86 |
| 2005 | 96 |
| 2006 | 127 |
| 2007 | 147 |
| 2008 | 120 |
| 2009 | 78 |
| 2010 | 68 |
| 2011 | 80 |
| 2012 | 87 |
| 2013 | 72 |
| 2014 | 64 |
| 2015 | 68 |
| 2016 | 84 |
| 2017 | 73 |
| 2018 | 79 |
| 2019 | 111 |
| 2020 | 161 |
| 2021 | 107 |
| 2022 | 194 |
| 2023 | 206 |
| 2024 | 169 |