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Liseth
Pronounced lee-SET /liˈsɛt/Medium
Meaning: A Spanish-language form derived from Elizabeth (Hebrew Elisheva, 'my God is an oath'), by way of Lisette or Elisabeth. In Latin American Spanish the final -th is usually said as a plain t. Widely used in Colombia, Venezuela and across Latin America.Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
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History & Origin
Liseth is a Latin American form drawn from Elizabeth (Hebrew Elisheva, 'my God is an oath'), likely by way of the French Lisette. It is well used in Colombia, Venezuela and elsewhere in Spanish-speaking America, and travels with those families into the U.S. (said 'lee-SET').
It appears rarely in U.S. records outside Latino families. Rare here, familiar in Latin America.
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What does the name Liseth mean?
Liseth is a Spanish form in the Elizabeth family, from Hebrew Elisheva, 'my God is an oath'.
How do you pronounce Liseth?
It's usually said lee-SET /liˈsɛt/ — two syllables, stress on the second.
Is Liseth a boy or girl name?
Liseth is used as a girl's name.
How popular is Liseth?
Liseth is rare in the U.S. but well used in Latin America.