International Baby Names
By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Yelysaveta is a feminine name of Slavic origin, representing a Ukrainian or Russian variant of Elizabeth. The name ultimately derives from the Hebrew Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath' or 'God is…
Yza is a rare feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Isa, which derives from Elisabeth in several European cultures, or possibly a shortened form of Izabella or similar…
Yzabel is an uncommon variant spelling of Isabel or Isabelle, names that ultimately derive from the Hebrew name Elisheba, meaning "God is my oath." This unique spelling incorporates a 'Y' and 'z' for…
Yzabela is a feminine name that represents an uncommon spelling variant of Isabella, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Elisheba, meaning 'God is my oath.' This particular orthography with…
German diminutive of Elisabeth, contract of Sünt Else
"pledged to God; saint pledged to God"
One of many diminutive forms of the classic Elizabeth, Telse has its origins in German where it might have been given as a nickname to an Else (think like Polly for Mary via Molly, or Nancy for an…
Dutch elaboration of Else or a combination of Elisabeth and Marjolijn, Karlijn or Katelijn
"pledged to God; + marjoram, free man, or pure"
Created by blending Else with the Dutch suffix -lijn , Elselijn is a pretty elaboration of the Elizabeth diminutive. Pronounced with a strong LINE sound, Elselijn is an appealing mix of daintiness…
Swedish and Norwegian
"little Else, little Elisabeth"
A sweet compound name blending Else with the element lilla , Elselill is a rare choice that could make an interesting honor for an Elisabeth. Similar in feel to Lilibet, it is sometimes used as a…
Diminutive of Elizabeth or Benedetta
"pledged to God; blessed"
A bright and spirited Elizabeth diminutive, likely of Slovakian, Slovene, Czech, or Hungarian origin, Bettinka is fairly rare as a given name. Also used as a form of Benedetta, it could be an…
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…
Czech, variation of Elizabeth
Rarely heard outside the Slavic community.
Czech and Slovak variation of Elizabeth, Hebrew
The most common form of Elizabeth in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, spelled Alžběta or Alžbeta.
Spanish and Basque diminutive of Isabella, Italian
"pledged to God; beautiful"
A nickname for Bella or Isabella, from Isabelita.
Greek, second letter of the Greek alphabet
If you can't have an Alpha male, how about a Beta girl.
Welsh diminutive of Elizabeth, Hebrew
Very popular in Wales, this perfectly nice name's only problem is its similarity to the dated Beth Ann. But if you're looking to honor an ancestral Elizabeth with a distinctive rare choice, Bethan…
Diminutive of Alzbeta, Czech
Bětka is a Czech nickname for Alžběta, the Czech and Slovak variation of Elizabeth.
Diminutive of Elizabeth
A modern version of the dated Betty. You might want to consider varying Elizabeth, too, to the Italian Elisabetta.
Variation of Betty, English
The favored form of Betty in several European countries.
Diminutive of Běta, Czech
Bětuška is derived from Běta, a short form of Alžběta, the Czech variation of Elizabeth. Even in the Czech Republic, Bětuška is rarely used as a given name.
Hungarian variation of Betty, English
Betty alternative most frequently found in Hungary.
Diminutive of Erzsébet, Hungarian
Bözsi is a derivative of Erzsébet, the Hungarian variation of Elizabeth.
