Elizabeth

Elizabeth is a common female name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is my oath". It has been one of the most popular names given to girls in the English-speaking world for centuries.

Etymology[edit | edit source]

The name Elizabeth is derived from the Hebrew name Elisheva, which means "God is my oath". The name was borne in the Bible by the mother of John the Baptist, who was praised for her steadfast faith and devotion.

Popularity[edit | edit source]

Elizabeth has been one of the most popular names for girls in the English-speaking world for many centuries. It has been used by several queens of England, including Elizabeth I and Elizabeth II. The name has also been borne by many other notable women throughout history, including authors, actresses, and politicians.

Variations[edit | edit source]

There are many variations and diminutives of the name Elizabeth, including Eliza, Beth, Liz, Lizzie, Betty, and Bess. These variations are used in different cultures and languages around the world.

Notable People Named Elizabeth[edit | edit source]

Elizabeth I of England - Queen of England and Ireland from 1558 until her death in 1603.
Elizabeth II - The current Queen of the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth realms.
Elizabeth Taylor - An iconic American actress.
Elizabeth Warren - An American politician and former academic, serving as the senior United States senator from Massachusetts since 2013.
Elizabeth Blackwell - The first woman to receive a medical degree in the United States.

In Popular Culture[edit | edit source]

The name Elizabeth has been used for many characters in literature and film, including Elizabeth Bennet in Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice and Elizabeth Swann in the Pirates of the Caribbean film series.

See Also[edit | edit source]

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