Lieselotte

Lieselotte is a feminine given name of German origin. It is typically formed as a compound of two traditional diminutives: Liese, a short form of Elisabeth, and Lotte, a short form of Charlotte. The name can be understood as a double diminutive of Elisabeth or as a blended pet form combining elements from Elisabeth and Charlotte. Variants in use include Liselotte, among others.

Historically, Lieselotte has been most common in German-speaking countries and was particularly popular in the early to mid-20th century. In contemporary usage it is seen as traditional or old-fashioned in many contexts, though it remains in occasional use and may be chosen for family or cultural reasons.

In popular culture, Lieselotte is the name of a character in German children’s literature, notably a cow in a widely distributed picture book series. The stories depict Lieselotte on a farm and in lighthearted, age-appropriate adventures for young readers, contributing to the name’s recognition beyond its traditional roots.

Pronunciation is typically given as roughly LEE-zuh-LOH-tuh in German, with regional variation. As a recalled or revived name, Lieselotte may also be encountered in different spellings or pronunciations in other countries, reflecting its German-origin heritage while integrating into broader naming trends.