Lissy

“God is my oath”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10871US 2022

9Births / yr

↑Rising

76All-time births

📅 Since 198400

What does Lissy mean and where does it come from?

Lissy is often considered a diminutive of the name Elizabeth, which comes from the Hebrew name Elisheva (אֱלִישֶׁבַע). The meaning of Elizabeth in Hebrew is 'God is my oath'. The name Lissy provides a modern and playful twist on Elizabeth. While Lissy itself is less common historically, the roots it

Cultural significance

Lissy has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god is my oath.

Peak popularity

Reached #11600 in 2002 — currently #10871 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Lissy?

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

Lissy Grace

How popular is Lissy right now?

Rising fast — up 5824 spots — currently #10871 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2022#10871 · Top 8.0%

2005

2010

2015

2021

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#10871	9	▲ up 5824 · +80% births
2021	#16695	5	▲ up 479
2015	#17174	5	▼ down 5559 · -44% births
2010	#11615	9	▲ up 5731 · +80% births
2005	#17346	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Lissy

Best Year2022Rank #10871

Peak Count9

Average Rank#14740

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20225 years

The story of Lissy

Lissy is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1984. With 76 total births recorded, Lissy remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #17346 in 2005 to #10871 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Lissy in 2002:

Emily Madison Hannah Emma Alexis

Lissy by decade

Lissy peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	5
1990s	5
2000s ★	34
2010s	32

💎Lissy has only 76 total recorded births since 1984 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Lissy?

Common

LisLi

What names sound and feel like Lissy?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Lissy also consider these

Kissy

American · a term of

Sissy

American · A diminutive form

Missy

American · Diminutive of Melissa

Rissy

American · Diminutive form of

Litsy

American · A variant of

Cissy

American · A diminutive form

Lissa

American · A diminutive of

Linsy

English · tender

Common questions about the name Lissy

What does the name Lissy mean?

Lissy means "God is my oath" — a name rooted in American 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 Lissy?

Lissy is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Lissy have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Lissy?

Lissy originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Lissy trending right now?

Lissy is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Lissy a common or rare name?

Lissy is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.