Elizabeth
Elizabeth is a Christian girl name of Hebrew, via Greek origin, meaning “My God is an oath”.
| Meaning | My God is an oath |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Greek |
| Written as | אֱלִישֶׁבַע |
| Pronunciation | ih-LIZ-uh-buth |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Elizabeth
Elizabeth comes from the Hebrew Elisheva, joining Eli, 'my God', and shevaʿ, 'oath'; some scholars read the second part as 'abundance'. In the Hebrew Bible Elisheva is Aaron's wife, and in Luke's Gospel Elizabeth is the mother of John the Baptist. Two queens of England, Elizabeth I and Elizabeth II, made it a royal classic, and it has hundreds of nicknames and forms.
Is Elizabeth a Christian name?
Elizabeth is a biblical name in Christianity, honouring Saint Elizabeth, whose meeting with the pregnant Mary is the Visitation. Jewish families use the Hebrew form Elisheva.
How popular is Elizabeth?
One of the most enduring girls' names in English-speaking countries.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elizabeth mean?
Elizabeth means 'My God is an oath'. It is of Hebrew, via Greek origin.
Is Elizabeth a Christian name?
Elizabeth is a biblical name in Christianity, honouring Saint Elizabeth, whose meeting with the pregnant Mary is the Visitation. Jewish families use the Hebrew form Elisheva.
How do you pronounce Elizabeth?
Elizabeth is pronounced ih-LIZ-uh-buth.
Is Elizabeth a boy or girl name?
Elizabeth is usually a girl name.