Liesa
An archaic feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly an abbreviated form of Elizabeth.
Name Census estimates that about 319 living Americans carry the first name Liesa. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Liesa today is around 61 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Liesa births was 1963 (27 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Liesa. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
319
~ 1 in 1,074,465 Americans
Peak year
1963
27 babies that year
Average age
61
years old
1993 SSA rank
#11,263
Tracked since 1952
Popularity
Liesa: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Liesa from the 1950s through to the 1990s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1960s, with 209 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1960s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Liesa by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Liesa during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Liesa
The name Liesa finds its roots in the German language and culture, with its origins dating back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to be a diminutive form of the name Elisabeth or Elisa, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning "God is my oath" or "consecrated to God."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Liesa can be found in the historical records of the 14th century, where it was used as a variant of Elisabeth in various German-speaking regions. The name gained popularity during this period and was often associated with nobility and the upper classes.
In the 15th century, Liesa Blume, a German noblewoman, was recorded as a prominent figure in the court of the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick III. She served as a lady-in-waiting and gained recognition for her influential role in court affairs.
During the 16th century, the name Liesa was carried by Liesa von Düren, a German Renaissance artist known for her intricate woodcut illustrations and engravings. Her works were highly regarded and sought after by collectors and patrons of the arts.
In the 17th century, Liesa Müller, a German botanist and herbalist, made significant contributions to the study of medicinal plants. Her extensive knowledge and research into the properties of various herbs earned her recognition among the scientific community of her time.
Moving into the 18th century, Liesa Schmid, a German composer and musician, gained acclaim for her compositions for the clavichord and harpsichord. Her works were performed in the courts of various German principalities and helped shape the musical landscape of the era.
Throughout history, the name Liesa has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including artists, scholars, and individuals of notable standing within their respective communities. While it may not have been as widespread as some other German names, it has maintained a steady presence and has carried its own unique cultural and historical significance.
People
Liesa + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Liesa as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Liesa: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Liesa?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 319 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Liesa going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,074,465 US residents.
Is Liesa a common name?
We classify Liesa as "Very Rare". It ranks above 79.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 392 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Liesa most popular?
The single biggest year for Liesa was 1963, when 27 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Liesa is about 61 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Liesa a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Liesa in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.