Elísabet
“God is my oath”
Hebrew origin · Girl name
#1568US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile
What does Elísabet mean and where does it come from?
Elísabet is a variant of Elizabeth, derived from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath'.
Cultural significance
Elísabet is commonly used in Iceland and other Nordic countries, reflecting the influence of biblical names in these cultures.
Peak popularity
Reached #1568 in 2015 — currently #1568 in the US.
How else can you spell Elísabet?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Elísabet?
Elísabet works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Elísabet Grace
One syllable · timeless choice
Elísabet Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Elísabet Claire
One syllable · timeless choice
Elísabet Zoey
One syllable · vintage charm
Elísabet Maeve
One syllable · timeless choice
Elísabet Jade
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Elísabet right now?
Holding steady — currently #1568 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Elísabet 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 Elísabet?
CZECH
Eliška
DANISH
EliEliseEllaElseLillyLisLisaLisbetLiseLissi
DUTCH
BetjeEliseEllyElsElseElsjeIlseIsaLiesLieseLiesjeLisa
ENGLISH
BellaBelleBessBessieBethBetsyBetteBettieBettyBettyeBuffyElisaEliseElissaElizaEllaElleEllieEllyElsaElsieElyseIbbieIssyIzzyLeannaLeesaLianaLibbieLibbyLiddyLilianLilianaLilibetLilibethLilliaLillianLillianaLisaLiseLisetteLizLizaLizbethLizetteLizzieLizzyLysetteSabellaTetty
Famous people named Elísabet
ES
Elísabet S. Ólafsdóttir
An Icelandic politician and member of the Althing.
ES
Elísabet S. Þorsteinsdóttir
An Icelandic artist known for her contemporary works.
What names sound and feel like Elísabet?
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How is Elísabet written in other languages?
Common questions about the name Elísabet
What does the name Elísabet mean?
Elísabet 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 Elísabet?
Elísabet 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 Elísabet?
Elísabet 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 Elísabet?
Elísabet 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 Elísabet more of a girl or boy name?
Elísabet is primarily used as a girl name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.
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