What does Elisabetta mean and where does it come from?
Elisabetta is the Italian form of Elizabeth, which has Hebrew roots. The name comes from the Hebrew name אֱלִישֶׁבַע (Elisheva). It has been used in Italy since the Middle Ages and has variations such as Elisabet and Lisa. Notable figures include Elisabetta Grillo, an Italian figure who brought cult
Cultural significance
Elisabetta has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god is my oath.
Peak popularity
Reached #5431 in 1967 — currently #11473 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Elisabetta?
Elisabetta works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Elisabetta Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Elisabetta Rose
Floral · soft ending
Elisabetta Mae
Sweet · timeless
Elisabetta Claire
French influence · crisp
Elisabetta Jane
Literary · strong
Elisabetta Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Elisabetta right now?
Falling — down 865 spots — currently #11473 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #11473 | 8 | ▼ down 865 · -11% births |
| 2022 | #10608 | 9 | ▼ down 2452 · -31% births |
| 2021 | #8156 | 13 | ▲ up 316 · +8% births |
| 2020 | #8472 | 12 | ▲ up 89 · -8% births |
| 2015 | #8561 | 13 | ▲ up 283 |
| 2010 | #8844 | 13 | ▲ up 6048 · +117% births |
| 2005 | #14892 | 6 | ▼ down 2781 · -14% births |
| 2000 | #12111 | 7 | ▼ down 4862 · -22% births |
| 1985 | #7249 | 9 | ▲ up 2396 · +50% births |
| 1980 | #9645 | 6 | ▼ down 1957 |
| 1970 | #7688 | 6 | — |
The story of Elisabetta
Elisabetta is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1966. With 298 total births recorded, Elisabetta remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7688 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11473 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Elisabetta in 1967:
Elisabetta by decade
Elisabetta peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1960s | 26 | |
| 1970s | 62 | |
| 1980s | 22 | |
| 1990s | 7 | |
| 2000s | 42 | |
| 2010s ★ | 127 | |
| 2020s | 12 | |
💎Elisabetta has only 298 total recorded births since 1966 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Elisabetta?
DANISH
EliEliseEllaElseLillyLisLisaLisbetLiseLissi
DUTCH
BetjeEliseEllyElsElseElsjeIlseIsaLiesLieseLiesjeLisa
ENGLISH
BellaBelleBessBessieBethBetsyBetteBettieBettyBettyeBuffyElisaEliseElissaElizaEllaElleEllieEllyElsaElsieElyseIbbieIssyIzzyLeannaLeesaLianaLibbieLibbyLiddyLilianLilianaLilibetLilibethLilliaLillianLillianaLisaLiseLisetteLizLizaLizbethLizetteLizzieLizzyLysetteSabellaTetty
What names sound and feel like Elisabetta?
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How is Elisabetta written in other languages?
Common questions about the name Elisabetta
What does the name Elisabetta mean?
Elisabetta means "God is my oath" — a name rooted in Italy 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 Elisabetta?
Elisabetta is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.
What is the cultural origin of Elisabetta?
Elisabetta originates from Italy tradition. Italy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Elisabetta?
Elisabetta is a 5-syllable name pronounced AH0 L IY1 S AH0 B EH1 T AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Elisabetta?
Elisabetta pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italy heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.