Holding steady.
Popularity of Lisett since 1970
Babies named Lisett per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 55 |
| 1980s | 138 |
| 1990s | 173 |
| 2000s | 108 |
| 2010s | 14 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lisett is a delicate and rare name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1970. It has never entered the top 1,000, maintaining a stable but low level of use over the decades. Its peak year was 1999, when it saw a slight uptick, but it remains far from common. The name is likely a variant of Lisette, a French diminutive of Elisabeth, giving it a subtle European charm. Despite its obscurity, Lisett appeals to parents seeking a name that is both familiar in sound and uncommon in practice. It did not rank in any state as a top choice; in fact, no states recorded significant usage. The name's trajectory has been stable, with no signs of a revival, making it a quietly distinctive option.
Lisett is a rare given name, likely a diminutive or variant spelling of Lisette, itself a French diminutive of Elisabeth (from Hebrew Elisheba, meaning 'God is my oath'). It may also be a German pet form of Elisabeth. The name emerged as a standalone choice in the mid-20th century, never gaining widespread use.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lise, Lissy, Etta
Sibling names for Lisett
Names that share Lisett's style, for a brother or sister.
