Origin and Meaning of Lisbeth

God is my oath

Origin: Hebrew - Lisbeth is a diminutive form of Elizabeth, which originates from the Hebrew name Elisheba, comprised of the elements 'el' meaning 'God' and 'sheba' meaning 'oath' or 'seven'.

• Lisbeth is seen as a modern variant of Elizabeth, popular in various cultures, and reflects a more contemporary twist.
• While Elizabeth has widespread use in English-speaking countries, Lisbeth has found particular popularity in Scandinavian countries such as Denmark and Sweden.
• Notable bearers of the name include Lisbeth Salander, the main character in Stieg Larsson's Millennium series, commonly known as 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo'.
• Lisbeth has experienced fluctuating popularity, particularly spiking in the 1980s and 1990s, though less so in recent years compared to its full form, Elizabeth.
• Related names include Elizabeth, Lisa, Betty, and other derivatives such as Liza and Lizzie.