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At a Glance
- Meaning
- God is my oath (via Lisa/Elisabeth)
- Origin
- French (variant of Lisa)
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
Lise is a French variant of Lisa, carrying the same meaning: God is my oath, the same root shared with Elisabeth. It's a short, pared-down form of a name with a much longer history behind it. According to SSA records going back to 1922, it's been used in the U.S. for over a century, if only ever in small numbers.
Meaning & Origin of Lise
Meaning: God is my oath (via Lisa/Elisabeth).
Origin: French (variant of Lisa).
Source: Wiktionary.
Popularity of Lise
Lise had its best run in 1959, ranking #819 with 157 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had dropped to #16633, with just 5 babies recorded.
Names Like Lise
These names have followed a similar path to Lise in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Lise mean?
God is my oath (via Lisa/Elisabeth). (Source: Wiktionary)
Is Lise a popular name right now?
Lise peaked at #819 in 1959 and is ranked #16633 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1922–2024.)
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