Liesel
li(e)-sel
US Popularity:9878
Origin:German
Other Origin(s):Hebrew
Meaning:My God is an oath
Liesel is a girl's name derived from the Hebrew name Elizabeth and is a variant of the German name Liesl. The meaning of Liesel is "my God is an oath." The name Liesl reached iconic status following The Sound of Music, in which actress Charmian Carr played the dreamy-eyed romantic and eldest daughter, Liesl Von Trapp. Liesel has a lovely vintage feel to it and conjures images of childhood summers spent adventuring in the countryside. Whether you have Germanic heritage or are a diehard Julie Andrews and musicals fan, Liesel might just be music to your ears for your precious little one!
How Popular Is The Name Liesel?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Liesel is currently #3493 on The Bump
Girl:Liesel is currently #2348 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Liesel is currently #9878 in U.S. births
Girl:Liesel is currently #5700 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#5700
in 2024
- 518
from 2023
Sources
Name Doctor, Liesel
Behind the Name, Liesel, July 2017
Behind the Name, Elizabeth, December 2022
Abarim Publications, Elizabeth meaning, June 2024
IMDb, The Sound of Music
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