MallowbyNames

Lisanne

lih-ZAN · Combination of Lisa and Anne, often interpreted as 'God's promise' or 'grace'.

Peak popularity
1966
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Lisanne since 1953

Babies named Lisanne per year in U.S. Social Security records.

917261960198020002020Most births 1966Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1950s65
1960s185
1970s66
1980s71
1990s21
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Lisanne is a compound name that emerged in the 1950s, first recorded in 1953. It saw its peak usage in 1966, though it has never been among the top 1000 names nationally. The name combines Lisa, a diminutive of Elizabeth meaning 'God is my oath,' and Anne, meaning 'grace.' As a result, Lisanne carries a blended sense of divine promise and grace. While it has remained relatively rare, it has maintained a steady presence, particularly in Dutch-speaking regions. The name's trajectory shows consistency since the 1960s, without significant revival or decline.

Lisanne is a compound name formed from Lisa (a diminutive of Elizabeth, from Hebrew Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath') and Anne (from Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace'). It originated in the Netherlands in the mid-20th century and has been used in Dutch and English-speaking countries.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Lisa, Anne, Liss, Lise

Variants: Lysanne, Lisanna, Lizanne

Sibling names for Lisanne

Names that share Lisanne's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Lisanne mean?
Lisanne is a combination of Lisa and Anne, often interpreted as 'God's promise' or 'grace'.
How popular is the name Lisanne?
Lisanne has not been among the top 1000 names in the United States in recent years. Its peak popularity was in 1966, though exact rank data is unavailable.
Is Lisanne a girl's name?
Yes, Lisanne is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.