Holding steady.
Popularity of Liset since 1967
Babies named Liset per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 16 |
| 1970s | 90 |
| 1980s | 272 |
| 1990s | 318 |
| 2000s | 285 |
| 2010s | 40 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Liset is a feminine name first recorded in the United States in 1967. It has never appeared in the national Top 1000, indicating consistently low usage. The name reached its peak popularity in 1999, after which it has remained stable at a modest level. While its exact derivation is unclear, it likely evolved as a Spanish diminutive of Lise, related to Elizabeth and the Hebrew Elisheva. Liset is predominantly used for girls and has a soft, melodic sound characteristic of many Spanish and French diminutives. Despite its low rank, the name has persisted for over five decades, appealing to parents seeking a rare but familiar-sounding name.
Liset is a Spanish diminutive of Lise, itself a variant of Lisa, which derives from Elizabeth. Elizabeth comes from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath.' However, as a standalone name, Liset may also be a modern coinage or a variant of Lisette, with uncertain direct derivation.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lise, Lisy
Sibling names for Liset
Names that share Liset's style, for a brother or sister.
