Declining since 2001, #2,564 for girls today.
Popularity of Litzy since 1999
Babies named Litzy per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 56 |
| 2000s | 4,538 |
| 2010s | 2,041 |
| 2020s | 593 |
Meaning & origin
Litzy is a modern American name that first appeared in Social Security Administration data in 1999, reflecting a trend of invented or adapted names in the late 20th century. Its usage peaked in 2005, when it reached its highest rank, and it has been on a declining trajectory since 2001. In 2025, approximately 1 in 23,636 newborn girls received the name, placing it at rank 2,564. The name has shown particular concentration in states such as Maryland, Texas, and California, suggesting regional popularity. While the etymology is uncertain, it may be a creative respelling of Elizabeth or a diminutive of Leticia. Litzy exemplifies the modern practice of crafting distinct names by modifying familiar sounds, often resulting in unique but less historically grounded choices.
Litzy is a 20th-century American coinage that first appeared in the Social Security Administration records in 1999. It may be a phonetic variant of the Hebrew name Elizabeth, or a nickname for Leticia, but no direct derivation is well-attested. Its popularity peaked in 2005, and it has since declined.
Where Litzy 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.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Litsy
Sibling names for Litzy
Names that share Litzy's style, for a brother or sister.
