Lyzette
A feminine diminutive form of Elizabeth, of Greek origin meaning "consecrated to God".
Name Census estimates that about 332 living Americans carry the first name Lyzette. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Lyzette today is around 30 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lyzette births was 1999 (16 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lyzette. 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
332
~ 1 in 1,032,393 Americans
Peak year
1999
16 babies that year
Average age
30
years old
2021 SSA rank
#14,558
Tracked since 1968
Popularity
Lyzette: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Lyzette from the 1960s through to the 2020s, spanning 7 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 120 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lyzette 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 Lyzette during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Lyzettes live
Origin
Meaning and history of Lyzette
The name Lyzette has its origins in the French language and can be traced back to the late 16th century. It is a feminine form of the name Lys, which means "lily" in French, and is often associated with purity, beauty, and grace. The name Lyzette is a variant spelling of the more common form, Lisette.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lyzette can be found in the writings of the French playwright and novelist, Alain-René Lesage (1668-1747). In his novel "Le Diable Boiteux" (The Devil Upon Two Sticks), published in 1707, there is a character named Lyzette who plays a minor role.
In the 18th century, the name gained some popularity among the French aristocracy. Lyzette de Jaucourt (1704-1780), a French noblewoman and philosopher, was a notable figure of the Enlightenment period. She was a contributor to the famous Encyclopédie and was known for her writings on various subjects, including philosophy and theology.
Another significant figure in history who bore the name Lyzette was Lyzette Vivien Woodworth (1865-1942), an American poet and children's book author. She was known for her poems celebrating nature and the beauty of the natural world.
In the 20th century, Lyzette Raye (1916-1957) was a French-born American actress and dancer who appeared in numerous films and Broadway productions. She was particularly known for her roles in musicals and her high-energy dance routines.
Lyzette Velasco (born 1972) is a contemporary Mexican-American actress and singer who has appeared in various television shows and films. She is also a voice actress and has lent her voice to several animated series.
While the name Lyzette may not be as common as some other names, it has a rich history and cultural significance, particularly in the French-speaking world. Its association with beauty, grace, and the natural world has made it a popular choice for parents seeking a unique and meaningful name for their daughters.
People
Lyzette + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lyzette 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
Lyzette: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lyzette?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 332 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lyzette 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 1,032,393 US residents.
Is Lyzette a common name?
We classify Lyzette as "Very Rare". It ranks above 80.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 344 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lyzette most popular?
The single biggest year for Lyzette was 1999, when 16 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lyzette is about 30 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Lyzette a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lyzette 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.