Elizabet is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is my oath" or "God is my promise". The name is derived from the Hebrew name Eliszebet, which is a combination of the elements 'Eli', meaning "my God", and 'szebet', meaning "oath".
The name Elizabet has a rich history and has been associated with several notable figures throughout time. One of the most famous bearers of this name was Elizabeth I, also known as the Virgin Queen, who ruled England from 1558 until her death in 1603. She is remembered for establishing the Church of England and for her defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588.
Another notable figure with the name Elizabet was Empress Elizabeth of Russia (1741-1762), who is known for modernizing Russia's military and abolishing the practice of torture. She also implemented significant educational reforms during her reign.
The name Elizabet has also been popular among royalty and nobility throughout history, with several princesses and queens sharing this name. Today, it remains a popular choice for parents looking to give their daughter a classic yet distinctive name with a strong historical legacy.
Here are some interesting statistics regarding the name Elizabeth in the United States:
In the 1960s and 1970s, the number of babies named Elizabeth varied slightly each year but remained relatively stable:
* In 1967, there were 6 births
* In 1970, this number dropped to 5 births
* By 1974, it increased again to 7 births
* The pattern continued with another drop to 5 births in 1979
However, starting from the early 1980s, we see a slight increase:
* In 1981, there were 7 births
* This number remained stable at 5 births in 1983 before increasing again to 7 births in 1985
* Then it decreased slightly to 6 births in 1986
After a significant gap of nearly three decades, the name Elizabeth appeared once more on birth records in:
* 2009 with another 5 births
In total, over this period, there were 53 babies named Elizabeth born in the United States.