Holding steady.
Popularity of Lyzette since 1968
Babies named Lyzette per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 12 |
| 1970s | 16 |
| 1980s | 58 |
| 1990s | 120 |
| 2000s | 108 |
| 2010s | 24 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Lyzette is a rare respelling of Lisette, a French diminutive of Elizabeth. First recorded in the United States in 1968, its usage peaked in 1999, but it has never entered the top 1000 names. The spelling with 'y' reflects a late-20th-century trend for unique name variations. Lyzette's trajectory has been stable, with very few annual births. It has no strong association with any particular state, as it appears only sporadically across the country. Parents drawn to French-style names and distinctive spellings may find Lyzette a subtle alternative to more common forms like Lisette or Lizette.
Lyzette is a modern respelling of Lisette, the French diminutive of Elisabeth (English Elizabeth). The name Elizabeth derives from the Hebrew 'Elisheva,' meaning 'God is my oath' or 'God is abundance.' This spelling variation emerged in the late 20th century as part of a trend of replacing 'i' with 'y' for a distinctive look, but it lacks historical usage in France.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lyz, Lys, Etta, Zette
Sibling names for Lyzette
Names that share Lyzette's style, for a brother or sister.
