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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Lisabeth

God's Oath to Abraham

Pronunciation: LISS-uh-buhth (/ˈlɪsəbəθ, ˈlɪsəbɛθ/)

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 65
Meaning
God's Oath to Abraham
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
7
Lucky Day
Thursday
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
Life Path
6
Popularity Score
65
Language
English, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: PurpleBlueSilver

What does Lisabeth mean?

Derived from the Hebrew 'Elisheba', meaning 'My God is an oath', or 'God is abundance'. In the Bible, Elisheba was the wife of Aaron, the older brother of Moses. This name was given to a daughter of King David in the Old Testament.

Lisabeth in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
אלישבע
God is my oath
Greek
Ελισάβετ
God is my oath
Latin
Elisabetha
God is my oath
English
Lisabeth
God is my oath

How to pronounce Lisabeth

English pronunciation
LISS-uh-buhth
Biblical pronunciation
lee-SAB-eth
IPA notation
/ˈlɪsəbəθ, ˈlɪsəbɛθ/

Numerology & personality

Nurturing, loving, and caring.

Associated Traits
KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbolizes faithfulness, promise, and divine guidance.

The name Lisabeth or Elisabeth gained popularity during the Middle Ages in Europe, especially in countries that followed Christian traditions. It was a common name among royalty and nobility. The name's popularity can be attributed to the biblical characters Elisheba, the wife of Aaron, and the mother of John the Baptist, Saint Elizabeth.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) (Genesis 26:25; 28:1, 2, 18; Exodus 3:1-4:18; 1 Samuel 1:1-28)

Popularity of Lisabeth by region

Region Country Score Year
Italy IT 54 2024
United States US 55 2024
France FR 73 2024
Spain ES 60 2024

Names similar to Lisabeth

Frequently asked questions about Lisabeth

What does Lisabeth mean?
Lisabeth is derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba, meaning 'My God is an oath' or 'God is abundance'.
Is Lisabeth a Christianity name?
Yes, Lisabeth is a Greek female name with religious significance in Christianity. It is derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba, which is mentioned in the Bible.
How to pronounce Lisabeth?
Lis-a-beeth
Is Lisabeth popular today?
According to the Social Security Administration, Lisabeth was ranked at number 1,040 in popularity for girls born in the United States in 2020.
What is the origin of Lisabeth?
Lisabeth is a Greek female name derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba, which means 'My God is an oath' or 'God is abundance'.