Elizabeth
Meaning of Elizabeth
The name Elizabeth is a timeless and classic choice for baby girls, with deep historical and cultural roots. Originating from the Hebrew name Elisheba, meaning "God is my oath," Elizabeth has been a popular name across various cultures and languages. In English, it is traditionally pronounced as ih-LIZ-uh-beth (/ɪˈlɪz.ə.bəθ/), while in Spanish it is pronounced eh-lee-SAH-beht (/e.li.ˈsaβeθ/) and in Italian as eh-lee-ZAH-beht-tah (/e.li.ˈdza.be.tta/). The name has numerous variations, including Elisabeth and Eliza, each carrying its unique charm. Elizabeth has consistently ranked among the top names for newborns in the United States over the past century, reflecting its enduring appeal and versatility. It evokes images of queens and saints, making it a regal and elegant choice for any baby girl.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as eh-lee-SAH-beht (/e.li.ˈsaβeθ/)
Italian
- Pronunced as eh-lee-ZAH-beht-tah (/e.li.ˈdza.be.tta/)
English (Traditional)
- Pronunced as ih-LIZ-uh-beth (/ɪˈlɪz.ə.bəθ/)
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Notable People Named Elizabeth
| Queen Elizabeth II was the longest-reigning monarch in British history, ruling over the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth realms for over 70 years until her passing in 2022. |
| Elizabeth David was a influential British cookery writer who revitalized home cookery in the mid-20th century with her articles and books on European cuisines and traditional British dishes. |
| Elizabeth Cady Stanton was a prominent American writer and women's rights activist who played a key role in the 19th-century women's rights movement, including the Seneca Falls Convention and the demand for women's right to vote. |
| Elizabeth Ann Warren is a progressive American politician and former law professor who has served as the senior United States senator from Massachusetts since 2013, with a focus on consumer protection and equitable economic opportunity. |
| Elizabeth I was the Queen of England and Ireland from 1558 to 1603, and the final monarch of the House of Tudor. |
| Dame Elizabeth Taylor was a highly acclaimed British-American actress and one of the most popular stars of classical Hollywood cinema, earning the title of the world's highest-paid movie star in the 1960s. |
| Elizabeth Anne Holmes is an American biotechnology entrepreneur known for her involvement in the Theranos scandal, where she was convicted of fraud. |
| Elizabeth Blackwell was a pioneering British-American physician who was the first woman to earn a medical degree in the United States and played a significant role in promoting education for women in medicine. |
| Elizabeth Stuart, Queen of Bohemia - Elizabeth Stuart, also known as "the Winter Queen," was briefly Queen of Bohemia and Electress of the Palatinate during the Thirty Years' War. |
| Elizabeth Chase Olsen is an American actress known for her acclaimed debut in the thriller Martha Marcy May Marlene and her BAFTA Rising Star Award nomination. |
| Elizabeth Kekaʻaniau Laʻanui Pratt was a Hawaiian high chiefess and great-grandniece of Kamehameha I, known for her royal lineage and connection to the Kingdom of Hawaii. |
| Elizabeth Catlett, also known as Elizabeth Catlett Mora, was an African American sculptor and graphic artist known for her depictions of the Black-American experience, particularly focusing on the female experience in the 20th century. |
| Elizabeth Schuyler Hamilton - Elizabeth Hamilton, also known as Eliza or Betsey, was an American socialite and philanthropist, best known as the devoted wife of Alexander Hamilton, a Founding Father of the United States. |
| Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell, also known as Mrs. Gaskell, was a prominent English novelist, biographer, and short story writer known for her detailed portrayal of Victorian society in novels such as "Mary Barton," "Cranford," "North and South," and "Wives and Daughters." |
| Elizabeth Fry, also known as Betsy Fry, was an English prison reformer and philanthropist who advocated for the improved treatment of prisoners, particularly female inmates, and played a key role in the 1823 Gaols Act. |
