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Elizabeth

ih-LIZ-ə-beth

Popularity

#17

falling

Letters

9

Syllables

4

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

1,687,089

Peak Year

#20,840 in 1990

First Recorded

1880

Style

Classic & Timeless, Royal & Regal

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

Elizabeth is a Hebrew name meaning 'my God is abundance' or 'my God is an oath'. It is derived from the Hebrew name Elisheva.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Queen Elizabeth II

    Longest-reigning British monarch

  • Elizabeth Taylor

    Iconic British-American actress, known for beauty

Spelling Variations

Personality Traits

ElegantIntelligentKindLoyal

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