Iliza

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Pronounced ih-LEE-zah /ɪˈliː.zɑː/Medium

Meaning: A modern spelling in the family of Eliza, a short form of Elizabeth, from the Hebrew Elisheva, 'God is my oath.' Bright and classic in fresh dress.Low

In 30 seconds: A fresh spin on Eliza: Iliza traces to Elizabeth — 'God is my oath' (said 'ih-LEE-zah'). Bright and classic.

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Origin LowHebrew, English

MeaningA modern spelling in the family of Eliza, a short form of Elizabeth, from the Hebrew Elisheva, 'God is my oath.' Bright and classic in fresh dress.

U.S. rank (2024)#12623 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2019

Total births (all-time)≈ 199

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Iliza is a modern spelling in the Eliza family, from Elizabeth and the Hebrew Elisheva, 'God is my oath.' It reads as a bright classic in fresh dress, rare in this spelling (said 'ih-LEE-zah').

In the U.S. this spelling appears rarely, beside the more common Eliza. Rare, bright, and classic.

Did you know? Iliza is a modern spelling of Eliza, a short form of Elizabeth from the Hebrew for 'God is my oath' — a classic given a crisp, contemporary turn (said 'ih-LEE-zah').

Overall data confidence 45%

References — Iliza — Spelling of Eliza, Hebrew 'God is my oath'

Variations

ElizaElisaIlyza

Nicknames

IliLiza

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Iliza mean?

Iliza is a spelling of Eliza, a short form of Elizabeth from the Hebrew for 'God is my oath.'

How do you pronounce Iliza?

It's said ih-LEE-zah /ɪˈliː.zɑː/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Iliza a boy or girl name?

Iliza is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Iliza?

This spelling is rare in the U.S., beside the more common Eliza.