Elisabet is a feminine given name of Greek origin. It is composed of two elements: "el" which means "sun", and "isabet" which comes from the Hebrew name Elizabeth, meaning "God is my oath". Therefore, Elisabet can be interpreted as "consecrated to God".
The name Elisabet has been used throughout history, with some notable figures bearing this name. One of the most famous was Elisabet of Hungary (1207-1231), who was a princess and saint. She was known for her piety and charity towards the poor.
In literature and arts, Elisabet has also been featured as a character in various works. For instance, Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen wrote a play titled "Lady Inger of Oestraat" (1855), featuring a protagonist named Elisabet.
Today, Elisabet continues to be popular among parents looking for names with strong meanings and historical significance. It is often used interchangeably with the more familiar Elizabeth, but retains its unique charm and heritage.
The name Elisabet has been given to a total of 1,495 babies born in the United States between 1961 and 2023, according to the statistics provided. The number of births per year varied greatly over this period.
In the early years, from 1961 to 1967, the name Elisabet was given to an average of about 7 babies per year. However, there was a significant increase in the late 1970s and early 1980s, with a peak of 51 births in 1989.
From 1990 onwards, the number of babies named Elisabet started to decline steadily. The highest point during this period was 45 births in 1994, while the lowest point was 9 births in 2022.
Despite the fluctuations, Elisabet remains a name with a significant history and presence in the United States, as reflected by the total number of births over the past six decades.