Declining since 2003, #1,299 for girls today.
Popularity of Lizbeth since 1924
Babies named Lizbeth per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 6 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 159 |
| 1950s | 632 |
| 1960s | 452 |
| 1970s | 512 |
| 1980s | 1,245 |
| 1990s | 4,979 |
| 2000s | 12,940 |
| 2010s | 3,760 |
| 2020s | 1,233 |
Meaning & origin
Lizbeth is a concise and familiar contraction of Elizabeth, a name with deep Hebrew roots meaning 'God is my oath.' Though first recorded in the United States in 1924, Lizbeth remained relatively rare for decades. It experienced a surge in popularity, reaching its peak in 2002, when it ranked highest in the Social Security data. Since 2003, its trajectory has been falling, reflecting a broader shift away from once-trendy shortened forms. In its peak decade of the 2000s, it found particular favor in states like California, Pennsylvania, and New York. Today, while still recognizable, it is less common, giving it a familiar but less frequently heard feel.
Lizbeth is a short form of Elizabeth, which comes from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath.' Elizabeth appears in the New Testament as the mother of John the Baptist. Lizbeth emerged as an independent given name in English-speaking countries, especially in the 20th century, often as a modern contraction or nickname.
Where Lizbeth 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
Nicknames: Liz, Beth, Libby, Liza
Sibling names for Lizbeth
Names that share Lizbeth's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Lizbeth
Names whose popularity has moved with Lizbeth's over the last 50 years.
