Holding steady.
Popularity of Lysette since 1961
Babies named Lysette per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 43 |
| 1970s | 94 |
| 1980s | 144 |
| 1990s | 254 |
| 2000s | 180 |
| 2010s | 66 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lysette is a rare modern name in the United States, first recorded in 1961 with a peak in 1996. Although its origin is uncertain, it is likely a respelling of Lisette, a French diminutive of Elisabeth. Because of its low usage, it has never ranked in the top 1000 and its one-in-N frequency is not calculable. The name has maintained a stable trajectory since its peak, with no strong association with any particular state. It remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a rare, French-flavored name.
Lysette is a modern English coinage, likely a respelling of the French name Lisette, itself a diminutive of Elisabeth. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1961 and saw limited but consistent use, peaking in 1996. It remains a rare choice, with no clear etymological path beyond its likely derivation from Lisette.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lys, Lysa, Etta
Sibling names for Lysette
Names that share Lysette's style, for a brother or sister.
