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The first name Elizabet means 'God is abundance' or 'God is perfection.' It represents the Bulgarian and Hungarian variant of the biblical name Elisabeth.
What does the name Elizabet mean?
Elizabet means 'God is abundance' or 'God is perfection.' This name is a Bulgarian and Hungarian form of the biblical name Elisabeth. International variants of Elizabet or Elisabeth include Elizabeth (English), Elisabetta (Italian), Elisávet (Modern Greek), Elisabet (Scandinavian), Elizaveta (Russian), Isabel and Ysabel (Spanish), Isabell (German), Isabella (Italian), Isabelle and Isabeau (French), Isobel (Scottish), Izabel (Brazilian), Izabela (Polish), Izabella (Polish, Hungarian), Jelisaveta (Serbian), and Zabel (Armenian).
Where does the name Elizabet come from?
The name Elizabet has its roots in the Hebrew name Elischeba, which is formed from the two ancient Hebrew components el for 'God' and scheba for 'happiness, perfection.' The ancient Hebrew elements are: el = God and scheba = happiness, perfection. This name is common in the Bulgarian and Hungarian languages.
How do you pronounce Elizabet?
The pronunciation of Elizabet is four syllables and rhythmically structured. In the German language, the name is usually pronounced as 'E-li-za-bet' [elizaˈbɛt], with the emphasis on the last syllable. The bright E sound at the beginning gives the name a lightness, while the voiced S in the middle leads to a distinctive ending syllable with an emphasized T. Thus, Elizabet combines tradition and modernity in a sonorous and present expression.
When is the name day of Elizabet?
The central name day for Elizabet is celebrated on September 23.
Popularity
In Germany, Elizabet is a fairly sought-after first name. Currently, it ranks 2,723rd on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2017, when it stood at 1,769th. In the last ten years, Elizabet has been given as a first name about 90 times, which places it at 2,629th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,030th.
Nicknames & pet names
Eli / Eliz / Eliza / Liza / Lizzi
Similar first names
Elizabeta
Frequently asked questions about the name Elizabet
What is the origin of the name Elizabet?
Elizabet has its roots in the Hebrew name Elischeba, which is formed from the ancient Hebrew components el for 'God' and scheba for 'happiness, perfection.'
Are there international variants of Elizabet?
Yes, international variants include Elizabeth (English), Elisabetta (Italian), and Elizaveta (Russian).
What nicknames are there for Elizabet?
Common nicknames for Elizabet include Eli, Eliz, Eliza, Liza, and Lizzi.
Is Elizabet a typical girl's name?
Yes, Elizabet is a traditional girl's name and is primarily used in Bulgarian and Hungarian language areas.