Holding steady.
Popularity of Lazette since 1943
Babies named Lazette per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 7 |
| 1950s | 10 |
| 1960s | 72 |
| 1970s | 30 |
| 1980s | 17 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lazette is a rare feminine name that combines the enduring biblical root of Elizabeth with a French-inspired diminutive ending. The name first emerged on U.S. records in 1943, but it never achieved widespread use. Its peak came in 1969, when it was given to a handful of babies in that year. Since then, its trajectory has been stable at very low usage, with a recorded instance as recently as 2025. While no top states or popularity ranking are available, Lazette exemplifies mid-20th-century naming creativity, blending familiar sounds with an elaborate, romantic flair.
Lazette is a rare elaboration of the name Elizabeth, likely formed by adding the French diminutive suffix -ette. Elizabeth itself derives from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'my God is an oath.' The suffix -ette imparts a delicate, feminine quality. Lazette saw modest use in the mid-20th century, peaking in popularity around 1969, but has since become extremely uncommon.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Laz, Zette, Lettie
Sibling names for Lazette
Names that share Lazette's style, for a brother or sister.
