Holding steady.
Popularity of Liesa since 1952
Babies named Liesa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 104 |
| 1960s | 209 |
| 1970s | 62 |
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 7 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Liesa is a German and Dutch short form of Elisabeth, first recorded in the United States in 1952. The name reached its U.S. peak in 1968, though it never entered the top 1000. Its trajectory has remained stable, with occasional use continuing into the 2020s. While no top states are associated with Liesa, it reflects a European naming tradition that gained modest mid-century appeal. The name's similarity to Lisa and Liese places it within a familiar sound family, though it remains distinctive.
Liesa is a variant of Lisa, itself a short form of Elisabeth (from Hebrew Elisheva). The name spread through Germanic and Dutch naming traditions, often used as an independent given name since the mid-20th century. Its popularity peaked in the 1960s, particularly in German-speaking countries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lies, Li
Sibling names for Liesa
Names that share Liesa's style, for a brother or sister.
