Holding steady, #8,860 for girls today.
Popularity of Elisabet since 1961
Babies named Elisabet per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 36 |
| 1970s | 171 |
| 1980s | 327 |
| 1990s | 340 |
| 2000s | 324 |
| 2010s | 237 |
| 2020s | 85 |
Meaning & origin
Elisabet is a cross-cultural variant of Elizabeth, popular in Scandinavian and Spanish-speaking countries. First recorded in the U.S. in 1961, it reached its peak rank in 1989 at position 8,860. As of 2025, the name remains stable in usage, with approximately 1 in 146,115 girls receiving it. Though not among the most common names, Elisabet carries a timeless biblical heritage and international appeal, making it a distinctive yet recognizable choice.
Elisabet is a variant of Elizabeth, which derives from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath.' The name appears in the New Testament as the mother of John the Baptist. In Scandinavia, Elisabet has been used since the Middle Ages, often as a royal name. In Spanish-speaking countries, it is a less common but recognized form of Isabel.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eli, Lisa, Betty, Elsa
Variants: Elizabeth, Elisabeth, Isabel, Elisabetta
Sibling names for Elisabet
Names that share Elisabet's style, for a brother or sister.
