Elżbieta

God is my oath
Polish origin · Girl name
3% boys97% girls
#1570US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile
How to pronounce Elżbieta
elzh-bye-ta
/elzh-bye-ta/ · · 3 syllables
God is my oath
Polish origin · Girl name

What does Elżbieta mean and where does it come from?

Elżbieta is derived from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath'.

Cultural significance
Elżbieta is a traditional name in Poland, often associated with historical figures and saints.
Peak popularity
Reached #1570 in 2015 — currently #1570 in the US.
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How else can you spell Elżbieta?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Elżbieta?

Elżbieta works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Elżbieta Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Elżbieta Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Elżbieta Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Elżbieta Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Elżbieta Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Elżbieta Faith
One syllable · vintage charm
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How popular is Elżbieta right now?

Holding steady — currently #1570 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1570 · Top 1.2%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#157010stable
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💎Elżbieta is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Elżbieta?

CZECH
Eliška
DANISH
EliEliseEllaElseLillyLisLisaLisbetLiseLissi
DUTCH
BetjeEliseEllyElsElseElsjeIlseIsaLiesLieseLiesjeLisa
ENGLISH
BellaBelleBessBessieBethBetsyBetteBettieBettyBettyeBuffyElisaEliseElissaElizaEllaElleEllieEllyElsaElsieElyseIbbieIssyIzzyLeannaLeesaLianaLibbieLibbyLiddyLilianLilianaLilibetLilibethLilliaLillianLillianaLisaLiseLisetteLizLizaLizbethLizetteLizzieLizzyLysetteSabellaTetty

Famous people named Elżbieta

EI
Elżbieta II
Queen of the United Kingdom from 1952 until her death in 2022.
EB
Elżbieta Bieńkowska
Polish politician and former European Commissioner for Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs.
ED
Elżbieta Dzikowska
Polish explorer and author known for her travel documentaries.
EZ
Elżbieta Zawacka
Polish general and one of the few female officers in the Polish Army during World War II.
EK
Elżbieta Kwiatkowska
Polish mathematician known for her contributions to topology.
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Common questions about the name Elżbieta

What does the name Elżbieta mean?
Elżbieta means "God is my oath" — a name rooted in Polish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Elżbieta?
Elżbieta is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Elżbieta?
Elżbieta originates from Polish tradition. Polish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Elżbieta?
Elżbieta pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Hebrew heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Elżbieta more of a girl or boy name?
Elżbieta is primarily used as a girl name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.