Erzsébet
A German name with cultural significance
German origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1686US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile
How to pronounce Erzsébet
er-zhe-bet
/er-zhe-bet/ · · 2 syllables
A German name with cultural significance
German origin · Unisex name

What does Erzsébet mean and where does it come from?

Erzsébet is a name found across German cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Erzsébet carries the heritage of German tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1686 in 2015 — currently #1686 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Erzsébet?

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

Erzsébet Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Erzsébet Rose
Floral · soft ending
Erzsébet Mae
Sweet · timeless
Erzsébet Claire
French influence · crisp
Erzsébet Jane
Literary · strong
Erzsébet Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Erzsébet right now?

Holding steady — currently #1686 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1686 · Top 1.2%
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💎Erzsébet 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 Erzsébet?

CZECH
Eliška
DANISH
EliEliseEllaElseLillyLisLisaLisbetLiseLissi
DUTCH
BetjeEliseEllyElsElseElsjeIlseIsaLiesLieseLiesjeLisa
ENGLISH
BellaBelleBessBessieBethBetsyBetteBettieBettyBettyeBuffyElisaEliseElissaElizaEllaElleEllieEllyElsaElsieElyseIbbieIssyIzzyLeannaLeesaLianaLibbieLibbyLiddyLilianLilianaLilibetLilibethLilliaLillianLillianaLisaLiseLisetteLizLizaLizbethLizetteLizzieLizzyLysetteSabellaTetty

Common questions about the name Erzsébet

What does the name Erzsébet mean?
Erzsébet means "A German name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in German 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 Erzsébet?
Erzsébet 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 Erzsébet?
Erzsébet originates from German tradition. German names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Erzsébet a common or rare name?
Erzsébet is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Erzsébet more of a girl or boy name?
Erzsébet is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.