Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lissie is an English diminutive of Elizabeth, which originates from Hebrew. The name means 'God is my oath' and has evolved through various languages. It gained popularity in the 19th century as a trendy form of Elizabeth. Lissie is often seen as a warm and friendly name, with notable bearers including a singer-songwriter and an author.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈlɪsi/
Origin
English
Etymology
Lissie is a diminutive form of the name Elizabeth, which has roots in Hebrew.
Meaning
God is my oath
Language Evolution
Elizabeth (Hebrew), Elisabeth (Greek), Elisabet (Latin), Liz (English), Lissie (English)
Historical Usage
The name Lissie gained popularity in the 19th century as a fashionable diminutive of Elizabeth, which has been widely used in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Liz, Liza, Lizzy, Eliza
Modern Popularity & Image
Lissie is often viewed as a cheerful and approachable name, associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Lissie (singer-songwriter), Lissie Trumble (American author)
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 31 peak births in 1924
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1509th of 9107 | 491 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3060th of 9204 | 160 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9364th of 12526 | 19 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14367th of 19264 | 16 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 26979th of 35406 | 16 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 27734th of 30306 | 7 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - 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) |
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Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
59.72% 1413th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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100.00% 2430th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Kentucky across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. 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, usage has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1509th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3060th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9364th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14367th out of 19264 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 26979th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 27734th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.