Elizabeth
Elizabeth first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1990, when 20,750 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 6,760.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Elizabeth popular?
Declining Elizabeth is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1990 peak.
| 2020s | 41,893 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 94,103 | |
| 2000s | 133,568 | |
| 1990s | 172,693 | |
| 1980s | 198,972 | |
| 1970s | 142,845 | |
| 1960s | 168,920 | |
| 1950s | 165,656 | |
| 1940s | 116,551 | |
| 1930s | 96,480 | |
| 1920s | 139,672 | |
| 1910s | 116,811 | |
| 1900s | 41,708 | |
| 1890s | 33,879 | |
| 1880s | 25,006 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Elizabeth mean?
Elizabeth is from the Hebrew Elisheva, “God is my oath.” It has been borne by saints and queens across a thousand years.
Nicknames for Elizabeth
- Liz
- Beth
- Ellie
- Eliza
- Libby
Variants & spellings
- Elisabeth
- Elizabeta
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elizabeth mean?
Elizabeth means God is my oath. Elizabeth is from the Hebrew Elisheva, “God is my oath.” It has been borne by saints and queens across a thousand years.
What is the origin of the name Elizabeth?
Elizabeth is of Hebrew origin.
How do you pronounce Elizabeth?
Elizabeth is pronounced “ih-LIZ-uh-beth.”
Is Elizabeth a boy or a girl name?
Elizabeth is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Elizabeth a popular name right now?
Elizabeth is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1990 peak.
How popular is the name Elizabeth?
In 2025, Elizabeth ranked #17 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Elizabeth most popular?
Elizabeth was most popular in 1990, when about 20,750 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Elizabeth?
Common nicknames for Elizabeth include Liz, Beth, Ellie, Eliza, Libby.
What names are similar to Elizabeth?
Names similar to Elizabeth include Isabella, Eleanor, Charlotte, Margaret.
What names go well with Elizabeth?
Hebrew names that pair well with Elizabeth include James, Michael, John, David, Mary.