Lizeth first name popularity, history and meaning

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

Meaning of Lizeth

A Latinized form of Elizabeth, meaning "consecrated to God".

Popularity of Lizeth by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Lizeth is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 100% of people named Lizeth being female.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 117 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Lizeth.

YearMale CountFemale Count
20240117
20230115
20220108
20210117
20200137
20190138
20180116
20170123
20160159
20150140
20140173
20130175
20120207
20110210
20100292
20090279
20080343
20070326
20060405
20050415
20040435
20030362
20020365
20010283
20000357
19990426
19980211
19970164
19960176
19950197
19940193
19930209
19920201
19910165
19909192
19890178
19880106
1987074
1986094
1985073
1984062
1983060
1982048
1981070
1980077
1979061
1978040
1977035
1976021
1975011

The history of the first name Lizeth

The name Lizeth is believed to have originated from the Hebrew name Elizabeth, which means "consecrated to God" or "God is my oath." The name Elizabeth has its roots in the Old Testament and was borne by the wife of Zechariah and the mother of John the Baptist.

In the 13th century, the name Elizabeth appeared in various spellings, such as Elisabet, Elizabet, and Ysabeau, among others. Over time, as the name spread across different regions and cultures, it underwent various modifications and adaptations, resulting in variations like Lizeth.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lizeth can be traced back to the 16th century in Spanish-speaking regions, particularly in parts of Mexico and Central America. It is believed that the name Lizeth emerged as a shortened or diminutive form of the name Elizabeth, influenced by the Spanish language and culture.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Lizeth. One of the earliest documented cases is Lizeth de Guzmán (born around 1550), a Spanish noblewoman and the daughter of Nuño Beltrán de Guzmán, a conquistador and the first governor of Nueva Galicia (present-day western Mexico).

Another notable figure was Lizeth Salinas (1628-1693), a Mexican Catholic nun and founder of the Convent of Santa María de la Luz in Mexico City. She was renowned for her piety and charitable works, and her legacy continues to be celebrated in various religious circles.

In the 19th century, Lizeth Reséndez (1825-1892) was a prominent Mexican educator and advocate for women's rights. She established several schools and worked tirelessly to promote education and empowerment for women in her country.

Moving into the 20th century, Lizeth Castellanos (1910-1985) was a notable Salvadoran writer and poet. Her works, which often explored themes of identity, social justice, and the human experience, garnered critical acclaim and influenced generations of writers in Latin America.

More recently, Lizeth Ochoa (born 1977) is a Mexican professional boxer and former world champion in the lightweight division. She has achieved numerous accolades throughout her career and is widely regarded as one of the most successful female boxers from Mexico.

While the name Lizeth may have evolved from its Hebrew origins and been influenced by various cultural and linguistic factors, it has maintained a unique identity and has been borne by remarkable individuals throughout history, spanning different regions, professions, and eras.

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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