International Baby Names
International Variations of Elizabeth
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Elsbeth
German variation of Elizabeth, Hebrew
"pledged to God"
Although they could be easily confused, Elsbeth is a fairly unusual contracted German version of Elizabeth, while cousin Elspeth hails from Scotland. With its 'beth' ending, Elsbeth feels closer to…
Elschen
Elschen is a feminine German diminutive name derived from Elisabeth (Elizabeth). The '-chen' suffix in German indicates smallness or endearment, essentially meaning 'little Elisabeth.' This sweet,…
Else
Else is a feminine name with Germanic origins, functioning as both a standalone name and a short form of names containing the element 'Elis' such as Elisabeth or Elise. In German and Scandinavian…
Elspeth
Scottish variation of Elizabeth
"pledged to God"
Elspeth is one of those names that never quite made it out of the British Isles--particularly Scotland, but possesses a winningly childlike charm. Elspeth was used by Sir Walter Scott for several of…
Elsuba
Faroese, from Hebrew
"pledged to God"
A variant of Elizabeth used in the Faroe Islands, with a distinct and bold sound.
Elts
Elts is an uncommon feminine name with potential Germanic or Estonian origins. It may function as a rare diminutive of names containing the element 'el-' such as Elizabeth or Eleanor, or could derive…
Elzbieta
Elzbieta is the Polish form of Elizabeth, a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'God is my oath' or 'God is abundance.' The distinctive spelling reflects Polish phonetic patterns and has been used…
Elzbute
Elzbute is an unusual feminine name with likely Eastern European origins, possibly a variant of Elizabeth or related to Lithuanian or Polish naming traditions. This rare name has a distinctive sound…
Elzira
Elzira is a feminine name with Portuguese and Brazilian roots, although it's relatively uncommon even in these cultures. It may be a variant of Alzira, which possibly derives from Arabic origins…
Elzunia
Polish variation of Elizabeth, Hebrew
"pledged to god"
One of the more uncommon international variations of Elizabeth.
Erzsébet
Hungarian, variation of Elizabeth
"pledged to God"
Erzsébet, a Hungarian form of Elizabeth, has a lot of historical significance in its native country - being the native name of Saint Elizabeth of Hungary, the infamous countess and serial killer…
Etti
Etti is a concise feminine name with multiple cultural origins. It can be a diminutive of names like Esther, Henrietta, or Elizabeth in various European traditions, particularly in Germanic and…
Etty
English diminutive or names ending with 'etta' or 'ette'
"little"
Ettie or Etty works as a nickname for any name with a prominent "et" sound, usually at the end: think Henrietta, Juliette or Colette. The -ette ending is a French diminutive suffix.
Ibby
English
"pledged to God"
An English diminutive of Isabel or Elizabeth that works best with a longer form on the birth certificate.
Ilsa
German variation of Elizabeth
"pledged to God"
Ilsa is remembered as the radiant but tragic heroine of "Casablanca," and it's having something of a European resurgence.
Ilse
Dutch variation of Ilsa
"pledged to God"
Pronounced with two syllables, as if spelled Ilsa, Ilse is popular in The Netherlands and may rise here with cousin Elsa.
Isa
Germanic, Persian, or diminutive of Isabel
"ice; strong-willed; pledged to God"
Isa is a name unto itself as both a Persian name meaning "strong-willed" and as Germanic one derived from the element is meaning "ice". It can also be a short form of Isabel, Isabella, Isadora,…
Isabeau
French variation of Isabel
"pledged to God"
With Isabel getting so popular, parents are searching for new varieties of the name, and Isabeau is one that makes a lovely French twist. Isabeau of Bavaria was the wife of King Charles VI of…
Isabelita
Isabelita is a charming Spanish diminutive of Isabel, which itself derives from Elizabeth, a Hebrew name meaning 'God is my oath' or 'God's promise.' The suffix '-ita' adds an endearing quality,…
Iseabail
Iseabail is the Scottish Gaelic form of Isabel, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Elizabeth (Elisheva), meaning "God is my oath" or "God's promise." This melodic name has been used in…