Elisabet

Elisabet is a feminine given name used in several European languages. It is a variant of Elizabeth, with Elisabet especially common in Nordic contexts, notably Sweden and Norway, where it appears in both historical records and contemporary usage. The spelling differs from the English-language Elizabeth and from other variants such as Elisabeth and Elisabetta.

The name derives from the Hebrew Elisheba, meaning “God is my oath.” Through Greek and Latin forms, it spread across Europe, producing variants including Elisabeth, Elisabet, and Elisabetta. The English form Elizabeth remains the most widespread in Anglophone countries.

In modern times, Elisabet is most frequently encountered in Nordic countries; elsewhere, Elisabeth or Elizabeth tend to be more common. It is used for girls and appears in literature, film, and public life in regions where the form is established.

Related forms include Elizabeth, Elisabeth, and Elisabetta.