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Litzi
Pronounced LIT-see /ˈlɪt.si/Medium
Meaning: Litzi is a German pet form of Elisabeth (Elizabeth), from the Hebrew Elisheva, 'my God is an oath; God is abundance.' A playful, affectionate short form popular in German-speaking areas.Low
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U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Litzi is a German diminutive of Elisabeth (Elizabeth), from the Hebrew Elisheva ('my God is an oath'). It reads as an affectionate, perky short form and appears only rarely in the U.S. (said 'LIT-see').
It surfaces mostly as a heritage nickname turned given name. Rare, perky, and warm.
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What does the name Litzi mean?
Litzi is a German pet form of Elizabeth, from the Hebrew for 'my God is an oath.'
How do you pronounce Litzi?
It's said LIT-see /ˈlɪt.si/ - two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Litzi a boy or girl name?
Litzi is used as a girl's name.
How popular is Litzi?
Litzi is a rare name for girls in the U.S.