Meaning, origin, history
Lizzy is a diminutive of the name Elizabeth, which has Hebrew origins and means "God is my oath" or "God is my satisfaction". It was popularized in England during the Middle Ages after being used by several Queens of England.
The name Lizzy first appeared in literature in John Fletcher's play "The Woman's Prize" in 1611. However, it wasn't until the late 19th century that Lizzy started to be used as an independent given name rather than just a diminutive of Elizabeth.
Throughout history, many notable figures have been named Lizzy or Elizabeth. Some examples include Queen Elizabeth I of England, who ruled from 1558 to 1603, and Elizabeth Taylor, the famous American actress known for her roles in films such as "Cleopatra" and "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?".
In numbers
Popularity of the name Lizzy since 1880
Total births
866
Total since 1880
Peak year
2020
49 births
in 2023
48
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+65%
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vs previous 5 years