How Many People Are Named Elizabeth?
Complete statistics for the name Elizabeth: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Derived from Hebrew, meaning 'my God is sworn'. 1 in 288 Americans. Peaked in 1990 with 20,840 births.
π Meaning & Origin
The life path number 7 associated with Elizabeth symbolizes spiritual growth, introspection, and intuition.
π Worldwide Usage
β₯ Gender Distribution
π Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 63All 1,685,141 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
π Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1990Annual US births from SSA records Β· Trend: Declining
π Name Scorecard
Scores 0β100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
π Elizabeth Through the Generations
Elizabeth has been a staple in American culture since the early 20th century, ranking in the top 10 for 22 years. While its popularity has declined, it remains a cherished name among older generations, with half of all Elizabeths being over 60. This trend reflects its enduring legacy and the name's transition from a classic to a modern choice.
π State Distribution (Top 10)
β Famous People Named Elizabeth
Elizabeth is a feminine given name, a variation of the Hebrew name Elisheva (ΧΦ±ΧΦ΄ΧΧ©ΦΆΧΧΦ·Χ’), meaning "My God is an oath" or "My God is abundance", as rendered in the Septuagint.β¦
Full list on Wikipedia ββ¨ Similar Names to Elizabeth
πΏ Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Elizabeth's Hebrew roots
π About the Name Elizabeth
How Many People Have the Name Elizabeth?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,161 people in the United States currently share the name Elizabeth. That works out to roughly 1 in every 285,486 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Elizabeth a Common or Rare Name?
Elizabeth is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Elizabeth Mean?
Elizabeth means "My God is sworn" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Elizabeth in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Elizabeth Most Popular?
The name Elizabeth reached peak popularity in 1990, with 20,840 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
β Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Elizabeth?
Approximately 1,161 people named Elizabeth live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,161. That works out to roughly 1 in 285,486 Americans.
Is Elizabeth a rare name?
Elizabeth is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 285,486 Americans has this name.
What does the name Elizabeth mean?
Elizabeth means "My God is sworn" and comes from Hebrew origins.
Is Elizabeth more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Elizabeth are male and 100% are female.
When was Elizabeth most popular?
Elizabeth peaked in 1990 with 20,840 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.