Liz
Liz is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is my oath.
Origin and history
Liz is a classic short form of Elizabeth, derived from the Hebrew name Elisheva meaning 'God is my oath'. It has been used independently as a given name in the United States since at least the late 19th century. While historically popular as a pet name, it continues to enjoy steady modern usage as a standalone first name.
Popularity in the United States
10,223 babies in the United States have been named Liz since 1880. It ranks #1619 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1197.
States where it is most popular
- CA (22.9 %)
- NY (13.7 %)
- TX (12.4 %)
- FL (8.8 %)
- NJ (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 47 |
| 1940-1950 | 311 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,761 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,392 |
| 1970-1980 | 657 |
| 1980-1990 | 611 |
| 1990-2000 | 703 |
| 2000-2010 | 940 |
| 2010-2019 | 786 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,015 |
Famous people named Liz
- Liz Cheney: Politician, Attorney
- Liz Phair: Musician, Singer-songwriter
- Liz Claman: Journalist, Anchor
Fun facts
- As a diminutive of Elizabeth, it shares deep historical ties with monarchies and biblical tradition.
- The name gained massive mid-20th-century cultural visibility through Hollywood legend Liz Taylor.