How popular was your name Elizabeth in 2023?
Graph below show the trend how the name Elizabeth has been used between 1910 to now.
- Origin: English, Biblical
- Meaning: From Ἐλισάβετ (Elisabet), the Greek form of the Hebrew name אֱלִישֶׁבַע ('Elisheva') meaning 'my God is an oath', derived from the roots אֵל ('el) referring to the Hebrew God and שָׁבַע (shava') meaning 'oath'. The Hebrew form appears in the Old Testament where Elisheba is the wife of Aaron, while the Greek form appears in the New Testament where Elizabeth is the mother of John the Baptist.Among Christians, this name was originally more common in Eastern Europe. It was borne in the 12th century by Saint Elizabeth of Hungary, a daughter of King Andrew II who used her wealth to help the poor. In medieval England it was occasionally used in honour of the saint, though the form Isabel (from Occitan and Spanish) was more common. It has been very popular in England since the reign of Queen Elizabeth I in the 16th century. In American name statistics (as recorded since 1880) it has never ranked lower than 30, making it the most consistently popular name for girls in the United States.Besides Elizabeth I, this name has been borne (in various spellings) by many other European royals, including a ruling empress of Russia in the 18th century. Famous modern bearers include the British queen Elizabeth II (1926-2022) and actress Elizabeth Taylor (1932-2011).
Explore the Popularity of Your Name in 2023
Curious to know how popular your name was in 2023? The graph above reveals the fascinating trend of how your name has been used over the years, tracing its journey from 1910 to the present. Whether your name has surged in popularity or remained a timeless favorite, this visualization provides a unique perspective on its historical significance and cultural impact.
By examining the fluctuations in your name's usage, you will see how it compares to other popular names over time. Whether you are exploring this data out of personal curiosity or to find inspiration for naming a child, this graph offers valuable insight into naming trends throughout the decades.