Liz
Meaning of Liz
Liz is a popular name for girls with American English pronunciation (/lɪz/). It is derived from the name Elizabeth and has various variations, including Lizzy and Lizzie. The name Liz has been consistently used in the United States over the years, with its popularity fluctuating. In recent years, it has been given to around 100 newborns annually, ranking around 1200th in terms of popularity. The associations with the name Liz are often linked to qualities such as simplicity, strength, and versatility.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as LIZ (/lɪz/)
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Notable People Named Liz
| Liz Truss - Mary Elizabeth Truss is a British politician who briefly served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and Leader of the Conservative Party in 2022. |
| Liz Cheney - Elizabeth Lynne Cheney is an American attorney and politician who served as a U.S. Representative for Wyoming and is known for her vocal opposition to former President Donald Trump. |
| Liz Phair - Elizabeth Clark Phair is an American rock singer-songwriter known for her self-released audio cassettes under the name Girly-Sound, which led to a recording contract with Matador Records. |
| Liz Johnson - Elizabeth Ann Johnson is a renowned American professional bowler with 11 PWBA Tour wins and six U.S. Women's Open titles. |
| Liz Cambage - Elizabeth Folake Cambage is an Australian professional basketball player known for her impressive scoring record in the WNBA. |
| Susan Elizabeth Earle MBE is a British writer, TV presenter, and entrepreneur known for her books on beauty, nutrition, and wellbeing, as well as her involvement in various business ventures including Liz Earle Wellbeing and Liz Earle Beauty Co. |
| Elizabeth Joan Winch, also known as Liz Fraser, was a British film actress celebrated for her portrayal of provocative comedy roles. |
| Liz Bonnin - Elizabeth Bonnin is a French-Irish science, wildlife, and natural history presenter known for her work on television in Ireland and the United Kingdom. |
| Betty Smith, also known as Liz Smith, was a British character actress famous for her roles in various BBC sitcoms and for winning the BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for the film A Private Function. |
| Liz MacKean - Elizabeth Mary MacKean was a British television reporter and presenter known for her investigative work on the BBC's Newsnight programme. |
| Liz Tigelaar - Rachel Elizabeth Tigelaar is an American television writer, producer, and author. |
| Liz Carpenter - Mary Elizabeth Sutherland Carpenter was a prominent figure in the Johnson White House, serving as the first woman executive assistant to Vice President Lyndon Baines Johnson and later as press secretary for First Lady Lady Bird Johnson. |
| Anne Elisabeth Jane Claiborne was a pioneering American fashion designer and businesswoman known for co-founding Liz Claiborne Inc. |
| Liz Lange is an American fashion designer and businessperson known for revolutionizing maternity wear with her form-fitting designer pregnancy clothing and for her role as the creative director and CEO of Figue. |
| Liz Ellis - Elizabeth Margaret Ellis is a retired Australian netball player who was a member of the national team from 1992 until 2007, serving as captain for the last four years and holding the record for the most international caps for Australian netball. |
