Declining since 2003, #5,238 for girls today.
Popularity of Lisbeth since 1911
Babies named Lisbeth per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 41 |
| 1920s | 71 |
| 1930s | 107 |
| 1940s | 332 |
| 1950s | 598 |
| 1960s | 441 |
| 1970s | 296 |
| 1980s | 414 |
| 1990s | 962 |
| 2000s | 1,869 |
| 2010s | 587 |
| 2020s | 216 |
Meaning & origin
Lisbeth is a Scandinavian short form of Elizabeth that has seen modest use in the United States since the early 20th century. First recorded in 1911, it reached its peak popularity in 2002, when it ranked highest among U.S. births. Since 2003, however, its usage has steadily declined, reflecting a broader shift away from traditional Elizabeth variants. In 2025, approximately 1 in 66,969 newborn girls received the name, placing it at rank 5,238. Despite its rarity in modern America, Lisbeth remains a familiar option through its connection to the enduring Elizabeth lineage and its strong, concise sound. The name has not concentrated in any particular state, showing even but low distribution nationwide.
Lisbeth is a Scandinavian and German diminutive of Elizabeth, which itself derives from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath' or 'God is abundance.' Elizabeth has been borne by saints and queens across Europe, and its short forms like Lisbeth became popular independently in the 20th century, especially in Nordic countries.
Where Lisbeth is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Lisbeth” around the world
Where Lisbeth lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Liz, Beth, Libby
Sibling names for Lisbeth
Names that share Lisbeth's style, for a brother or sister.
