Declining since 1999, #4,661 for girls today.
Popularity of Lizette since 1889
Babies named Lizette per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 0 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 6 |
| 1920s | 10 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 32 |
| 1950s | 234 |
| 1960s | 1,147 |
| 1970s | 1,161 |
| 1980s | 2,454 |
| 1990s | 3,319 |
| 2000s | 2,679 |
| 2010s | 840 |
| 2020s | 235 |
Meaning & origin
Lizette is a French diminutive of Elizabeth that has seen steady but moderate use in the United States since the late 19th century. First recorded in 1889, it reached its peak popularity in 1999, when it ranked 4661 nationally. Since then, its usage has been falling, with about 1 in 55,423 girls receiving the name in 2025. The name has historically been most common in California and Texas, reflecting its appeal in diverse, trend-conscious regions. As a softer, more melodic variant of Elizabeth, Lizette offers a distinctive yet familiar alternative.
Lizette is a French diminutive of Elizabeth, which itself derives from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath' or 'God is abundance.' The name entered English usage in the 19th century, often as a pet form or variant of Lisa or Liz. It gained modest popularity in the United States from the late 1800s, with a peak in the 1990s.
Where Lizette 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, Lizzie, Letti, Zette
Sibling names for Lizette
Names that share Lizette's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Lizette
Names whose popularity has moved with Lizette's over the last 50 years.
