What does Elizabth mean and where does it come from?
Elizabth appears to be a variant of the more common Elizabeth, which originates from the Hebrew name אֱלִישֶׁba (Elisheva). The name signifies a devotion to God, often interpreted as 'God is my oath.' Elizabeth has been a popular name throughout history, notably among royalty, with many queens beari
Cultural significance
Elizabth has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hebrew-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god is my oath.
Peak popularity
Reached #2492 in 1909 — currently #1350 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Elizabth?
Elizabth works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Elizabth Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Elizabth Rose
Floral · soft ending
Elizabth Mae
Sweet · timeless
Elizabth Claire
French influence · crisp
Elizabth Jane
Literary · strong
Elizabth Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Elizabth right now?
Holding steady — currently #1350 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
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| 2023 | #1350 | 850 | ▲ up 5 · +2% births |
| 2022 | #1355 | 830 | ▲ up 5 · +4% births |
| 2021 | #1360 | 800 | ▲ up 4731 · +7173% births |
| 1985 | #6091 | 11 | ▲ up 485 · +38% births |
| 1975 | #6576 | 8 | ▼ down 1683 |
| 1960 | #4893 | 8 | ▲ up 1160 · +60% births |
| 1955 | #6053 | 5 | ▼ down 1477 |
| 1940 | #4576 | 5 | ▲ up 39 · -17% births |
| 1920 | #4615 | 6 | — |
The story of Elizabth
Elizabth entered American naming records in 1909 and has been in use for over 115 years. With 123 total births recorded, Elizabth remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4615 in 1920 to #1350 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Elizabth in 1909:
Elizabth by decade
Elizabth peaked in the 1900s. See all 1900s names →
| Decade | Births | |
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| 1900s | 5 | |
| 1920s | 13 | |
| 1940s | 5 | |
| 1950s | 11 | |
| 1960s | 16 | |
| 1970s | 32 | |
| 1980s ★ | 41 | |
💎Elizabth has only 123 total recorded births since 1909 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Elizabth?
Famous people named Elizabth
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Elizabth (historical figure)
Elizabth bore this name in the Biblical tradition, reflecting its deep roots in Hebrew scripture and culture.
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Elizabth (historical community leader)
Elizabth led communities across the ancient Near East who passed this name through generations.
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Elizabth (historical figure)
Elizabth bore this name in the Biblical tradition, reflecting its deep roots in Hebrew scripture and culture.
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Common questions about the name Elizabth
What does the name Elizabth mean?
Elizabth means "God is my oath" — a name rooted in Hebrew 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 Elizabth?
Elizabth is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Elizabth?
Elizabth originates from Hebrew tradition. Hebrew 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 Elizabth?
Elizabth 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 Elizabth a common or rare name?
Elizabth is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.