Elizabeth

Elizabeth stems from the Greek Elisabet and Hebrew ʾElishevaʿ, which then became Elisabeth, and means “my God is an oath” or “God of seven.” In the New Testament, Elizabeth is the mother of John the Baptist, and can be a fitting name choice if you plan on sharing your faith with your child. It’s also got a royal charm, as it became popular in England with Queen Elizabeth I (1533–1603), whose reign lasted 44 years. The daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, Elizabeth I was named after her grandmothers, Elizabeth of York and Elizabeth Howard. This regal choice has endured throughout the ages, its legacy carried on by Queen Elizabeth II, and is unlikely to disappear anytime soon. Some may also be inspired by the Scottish Elspeth, the French Lisette, and the Spanish Isabel. With Elizabeth also comes a variety of potential nicknames, like Ellie, Betty, Liz, and Lizzie. The Bump user michaelandchrista shares, “I like Elizabeth just by itself. It's beautiful and classic, but I also like Beth or Libby.”