Find out how popular the first name Elisbeth has been for the last 1 years (from 1997 to 1997) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Elisbeth by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Elisbeth is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1997, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Elisbeth.

The history of the first name Elisbeth

The name Elisbeth is a variant spelling of the Hebrew name Elizabeth, which means "God is my oath" or "consecrated to God." The name has its roots in the Old Testament of the Bible and was borne by the mother of John the Baptist, who was a relative of the Virgin Mary.

The name Elizabeth gained popularity during the Middle Ages, particularly in England, where it was favored by the ruling class. One of the most famous bearers of this name was Elizabeth I, the Queen of England and Ireland from 1558 to 1603. She was known as the Virgin Queen and presided over the Elizabethan era, a golden age of English history.

Another notable Elisbeth was Elizabeth Woodville, who was the Queen of England from 1464 to 1492 as the wife of Edward IV. She played a significant role in the Wars of the Roses, a series of civil wars fought between the Houses of Lancaster and York for the English throne.

In the 17th century, Elizabeth Bathory was a Hungarian countess who became infamous for her alleged crimes of torture and murder. She is often referred to as the "Blood Countess" and is considered one of history's most prolific female serial killers.

Elisbeth Ney was a German-American sculptor who lived from 1833 to 1907. She is best known for her sculptures of notable figures from the American Civil War, including Sam Houston and Stephen F. Austin.

The name Elisbeth has also been borne by several literary figures throughout history. One example is Elisbeth von Arnim, a German writer and novelist who lived from 1766 to 1828 and is remembered for her work "The Life of a Good-for-Nothing."

While the name Elisbeth has its origins in the Hebrew language, it has been adopted and adapted by various cultures and languages over the centuries, with slight variations in spelling and pronunciation. Despite its ancient roots, the name continues to be used today, carrying with it a sense of tradition and reverence.

Data source

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