Elizbeth Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Elizbeth is a variant of the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath'. It evolved through languages such as Old Greek and Modern English. The name has a rich history and is often associated with strong female figures in history. It is not directly referenced in the Bible. The name gained prominence in the 16th century and continues to be viewed positively in modern contexts.
The name Elizbeth is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Elizbeth has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Elizbeth' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2403rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2419th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3269th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4869th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7350th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11442nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16017th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Elizbeth' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elizbeth"
Pronunciation
/ɪˈlɪz.bəθ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Elizbeth is a variant of Elizabeth, which is derived from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath'.
Meaning
God is my oath
Language Evolution
Elisheva (Hebrew), Elizabeth (Old Greek), Elizbeth (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 16th century, largely due to Queen Elizabeth I of England.
Variants & Derivatives
Elizabeth, Liz, Beth, Liza
Modern Popularity & Image
Elizbeth is perceived as a classic and timeless name, often associated with grace and strength.
Famous People
Queen Elizabeth I, Elizabeth Taylor, Elizabeth Warren
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elizbeth"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Elizbeth"
"Elizbeth" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2403rd of 9107 | 241 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2419th of 9204 | 234 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3269th of 12526 | 250 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4869th of 19264 | 179 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7350th of 27321 | 158 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11442nd of 35406 | 128 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 16017th of 30306 | 47 |
Regional Popularity of "Elizbeth" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Elizbeth" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Elizbeth"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elizbeth" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.