Elizebeth first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Elizebeth has been for the last 50 years (from 1975 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Elizebeth

A feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning "consecrated to God".

Popularity of Elizebeth by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Elizebeth is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Elizebeth.

YearMale CountFemale Count
202405
201905
201808
201605
201505
201405
201305
201208
2011013
2010011
2009017
2008012
2007011
2006023
2005016
2004013
2003017
2002017
2001027
2000024
1999029
1998025
1997019
1996024
1995024
1994015
1993013
1992020
1991020
1990021
1989012
1988017
1987032
1986022
1985030
1984025
1983024
1982024
1981028
1980024
1979027
1978034
1977041
1976024
1975028

The history of the first name Elizebeth

The name Elizebeth is derived from the Hebrew name Elisheva, which means "God is my oath" or "God is abundance". It is a variation of the name Elizabeth, which has its roots in the Old Testament.

The name Elizebeth first appeared in ancient Hebrew texts, where it was borne by the wife of Aaron, the brother of Moses. Her name was Elisheva, and she was mentioned in the Book of Exodus as one of the prominent women in the Israelite community.

In the New Testament, the name Elizabeth is given to the mother of John the Baptist. She was a relative of Mary, the mother of Jesus, and her pregnancy with John was considered a miracle due to her advanced age. The name Elizabeth gained popularity among early Christians as a result.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Elizebeth can be found in the Domesday Book, a census survey conducted in England in 1086. This spelling variation was likely influenced by the Norman French pronunciation of the name.

Throughout history, several notable women have borne the name Elizebeth or its variations. One of the most famous was Queen Elizabeth I of England (1533-1603), who ruled during the Renaissance period and is known for her strong leadership and the flourishing of the arts and literature during her reign.

Another prominent Elizebeth was Elizabeth Blackwell (1821-1910), an American physician who became the first woman to receive a medical degree in the United States. She was a pioneer in the field of women's education and a staunch advocate for equal rights.

In the realm of literature, Elizebeth Barrett Browning (1806-1861) was an acclaimed English poet who wrote about social issues and love. Her most famous work, "Sonnets from the Portuguese," is a collection of love poems dedicated to her husband, Robert Browning.

In the field of science, Elizebeth Garrett Anderson (1836-1917) was a British physician and suffragist who was the first woman to qualify as a doctor in Britain. She played a key role in opening up the medical profession to women.

Finally, Elizebeth Cady Stanton (1815-1902) was an American social activist and leader of the early women's rights movement. She was a prominent figure in the fight for women's suffrage and co-authored the influential "Declaration of Sentiments" at the Seneca Falls Convention in 1848.

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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