Find out how popular the first name Lisbet has been for the last 46 years (from 1974 to 2019) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Lisbet by gender

Based on the last 46 years of data, Lisbet is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2019, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Lisbet.

The history of the first name Lisbet

The name Lisbet is a diminutive form of the name Elizabeth, which has its origins in the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning "consecrated to God." The name Lisbet has been widely used in various parts of Europe, particularly in Scandinavia and the Netherlands.

The earliest recorded use of the name Lisbet can be traced back to the Middle Ages, where it was a common name among the lower classes in many European countries. It was often used as a pet form of Elizabeth, which was a more formal and aristocratic name.

In the 16th century, the name Lisbet gained popularity in the Netherlands, where it was often spelled as "Lijsbet" or "Liesbet." One of the most famous historical figures with this name was Lijsbet Dier, a Dutch woman who was executed in 1561 for her involvement in the Beggars' Revolt against Spanish rule.

In Scandinavia, the name Lisbet has been popular since the 17th century. It was particularly common in Denmark and Sweden, where it was often spelled as "Lisbeth" or "Lisbet." One notable Scandinavian figure with this name was Lisbeth Salander, the fictional protagonist of Stieg Larsson's Millennium book series, published in the early 2000s.

Another famous historical figure with the name Lisbet was Lisbeth Zwerger, an Austrian illustrator of children's books who was born in 1954. Her illustrations have been widely acclaimed and have won numerous awards, including the Hans Christian Andersen Medal in 1990.

In the 19th century, the name Lisbet was also used in Germany, where it was sometimes spelled as "Liesbet" or "Liesbeth." One notable German figure with this name was Liesbet Dill, an artist and writer who was born in 1877 and is known for her work in the Expressionist movement.

Additionally, the name Lisbet has been used in various other European countries, such as France and Belgium, where it was often spelled as "Lisbeth" or "Lisbette." One famous Belgian figure with this name was Lisbeth Zwerger, a 20th-century artist and sculptor who was known for her works in bronze and stone.

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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