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Name meaning & originElizabeth

/ee-LIZ-uh-beth/

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Elizabeth is a Hebrew girl's name pronounced /ee-LIZ-uh-beth/. Elizabeth means 'God is my oath' or 'my God is abundance'.

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Meaning of Elizabeth

Elizabeth means 'God is my oath' or 'my God is abundance'.

The name is derived from the Hebrew name Elisheva, composed of 'El' meaning God and 'shava' meaning oath. It appears in the Old Testament as the name of Aaron's wife and in the New Testament as the mother of John the Baptist. Over centuries, it transitioned from Hebrew to the Greek Elisabet and Latin Elisabeth before becoming a staple in English-speaking countries.

Origin
Hebrew
Pronunciation
/ee-LIZ-uh-beth/

Cultural background

Elizabeth is a timeless classic that has remained consistently popular for centuries due to its royal associations and biblical roots. It is widely used across the Western world and exists in various forms in almost every European language.

Variations & nicknames

  • Elisabeth
  • Eliza
  • Beth
  • Libby
  • Liz
  • Isabella

Famous people named Elizabeth

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Elizabeth I

    Queen of England and Ireland during the Tudor period

    Politics · 16th Century

  • Elizabeth II

    Queen of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms

    Politics · 20th-21st Century

  • Elizabeth Taylor

    British-American Academy Award-winning actress

    Film · 20th Century

  • Elizabeth Bennet

    Protagonist of Jane Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice'

    Literature · 19th Century

  • Elizabeth Cady Stanton

    Leader of the women's rights movement in the U.S.

    Politics · 19th Century

  • Elizabeth Olsen

    American actress known for the Marvel Cinematic Universe

    Film · 21st Century

Frequently asked about Elizabeth

What is the most common nickname for Elizabeth?
There are many, but Liz, Beth, and Eliza are among the most frequently used.
Is Elizabeth a royal name?
Yes, it is one of the most prominent royal names in history, most notably held by two of England's longest-reigning queens.
Is Elizabeth mentioned in the Bible?
Yes, Elizabeth is the mother of John the Baptist and a kinswoman of the Virgin Mary in the New Testament.

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