How Many People Are Named Liz?
Complete statistics for the name Liz: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Liz, a rare gem among female names, stands out as one in 36,096 Americans carry it today. With around 9,142 people named Liz living in the US, it's clear this name has a unique charm. Interestingly, nearly half of those named Liz are over 60, giving it an older-generation feel.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life path number 2 symbolizes balance and harmony, suggesting that people named Liz often seek peace and cooperation in their lives.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 48All 10,045 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).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1961Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Liz Through the Generations
Liz has seen its popularity rise and fall over the decades, peaking in 1961 with 664 births. Today, the average age of someone named Liz is 48, indicating a strong presence among middle-aged adults. The age distribution shows a significant skew towards older individuals, with 4,950 people over 60, compared to just 2,776 under 30. This trend suggests that while Liz remains a classic name, it's also gaining traction among younger generations, making it a bridge between tradition and modernity.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Liz's English roots
📄 About the Name Liz
How Many People Have the Name Liz?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,045 people in the United States currently share the name Liz. That works out to roughly 1 in every 317,176 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Liz a Common or Rare Name?
Liz 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.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Liz in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Liz Most Popular?
The name Liz reached peak popularity in 1961, with 664 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
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.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Liz?
Approximately 1,045 people named Liz live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,045. That works out to roughly 1 in 317,176 Americans.
Is Liz a rare name?
Liz is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 317,176 Americans has this name.
What does the name Liz mean?
The meaning and origin of Liz are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Liz more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Liz are male and 100% are female.
When was Liz most popular?
Liz peaked in 1961 with 664 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
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.