Find out how popular the first name Elizabth has been for the last 15 years (from 1974 to 1988) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Elizabth by gender

Based on the last 15 years of data, Elizabth is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1988, there were 8 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Elizabth.

The history of the first name Elizabth

The name Elizabeth has its origins in the ancient Hebrew language. It is derived from the Hebrew name Elisheva, which means "God is my oath" or "consecrated to God." The earliest known use of the name dates back to the biblical period, around the 5th century BC.

Elizabeth was the name of several prominent women in the Bible, including the wife of Aaron and the mother of John the Baptist. The name gained widespread popularity during the Middle Ages, particularly in England, where it was borne by several notable figures.

One of the most famous bearers of the name Elizabeth was Elizabeth I, the Queen of England from 1558 to 1603. She was known as the Virgin Queen and presided over the Golden Age of English history. Her reign saw the defeat of the Spanish Armada and the flourishing of the arts and literature.

Another notable Elizabeth was Elizabeth Woodville, the Queen Consort of England from 1464 to 1483. She was the wife of King Edward IV and played a significant role in the Wars of the Roses, a series of civil wars between the houses of Lancaster and York.

In the realm of literature, Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1806-1861) was a renowned English poet known for her innovative style and works such as "Sonnets from the Portuguese" and "Aurora Leigh." Her poetry explored themes of love, feminism, and social justice.

In the field of science, Elizabeth Blackwell (1821-1910) was the first woman to receive a medical degree in the United States. She faced significant discrimination and opposition but went on to establish the New York Infirmary for Women and Children, providing medical care and training opportunities for women.

Elizabeth Cady Stanton (1815-1902) was a pioneering American activist and leader of the women's rights movement. She played a pivotal role in the fight for women's suffrage and co-organized the Seneca Falls Convention, which issued the Declaration of Sentiments, a landmark document advocating for women's equality.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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