Lizzie
Lizzie is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Pledged to God, or God is my oath.
Origin and history
Lizzie is a traditional English diminutive of Elizabeth, derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba. Historically popular in the late 19th century in the United States, it continues to be used both as an independent given name and a friendly nickname.
Popularity in the United States
39,538 babies in the United States have been named Lizzie since 1880. It ranks #691 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1617.
States where it is most popular
- GA (19.5 %)
- SC (11.7 %)
- AL (11.3 %)
- MS (10.4 %)
- NC (10.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5,035 |
| 1890-1900 | 5,556 |
| 1900-1910 | 4,824 |
| 1910-1920 | 6,085 |
| 1920-1930 | 5,969 |
| 1930-1940 | 3,684 |
| 1940-1950 | 2,849 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,765 |
| 1960-1970 | 844 |
| 1970-1980 | 466 |
| 1980-1990 | 368 |
| 1990-2000 | 328 |
| 2000-2010 | 677 |
| 2010-2019 | 604 |
| 2020-2029 | 484 |
Famous people named Lizzie
- Lizzie Borden: Historical figure
Fun facts
- Lizzie was a top-100 name for American girls during the late 19th century.
- Although frequently used on its own, it arose as a pet form of Elizabeth alongside Liz and Beth.