Elizabeth

Elizabeth is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. It derives from Elisheba, meaning "God is my oath" or "God is abundance." The name entered English via Latin forms such as Elisabetha and Elisabeth, with modern variants including Elizabeth, Elisabeth, Elisabet, Élisabeth, and Elisabetta in other languages.

Historically, Elizabeth has been used by royalty and notable public figures. Elizabeth I (1533–1603) oversaw a flowering of culture in late 16th-century England. Elizabeth II (1926–2022) was queen of the United Kingdom and other realms from 1952 until her death. Other prominent Elizabeths include Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, the Queen Mother; Elizabeth Cady Stanton, a leading suffragist; Elizabeth Blackwell, the first American woman to receive a medical degree; Elizabeth Taylor, a renowned actress; Elizabeth Arden, cosmetics entrepreneur; and Elizabeth Warren, a U.S. senator.

In culture and places, the name appears in film titles such as Elizabeth (1998) and Elizabeth: The Golden Age (2007), both about Elizabeth I. There are also places named Elizabeth, including Elizabeth, New Jersey, and Elizabeth City, North Carolina, among others.

Diminutives and related forms include Liz, Lizzie, Beth, Betsy, Betty, and Bess. The name remains common in English-speaking countries and has many international forms, such as Élisabeth (French), Elisabet (Scandinavian), and Elisabetta (Italian).