Liesel
Liesel: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Liesel
- A diminutive of the female given name Elisabeth, from German.
Etymology
Borrowed from German Liesel.
How popular is Liesel?
Since 1880, 1,241 girls in the U.S. have been named Liesel. Its highest rank for girls was #2796 in 2015. In 2025, 28 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Liesel
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Liesel
Sister and brother names that share Liesel's German roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Liesel FAQ
What does the name Liesel mean?
A diminutive of the female given name Elisabeth, from German. Borrowed from German Liesel.
What is the origin of the name Liesel?
Liesel is listed as a name of German origin.
How popular is the name Liesel?
Since 1880, 1,241 girls in the U.S. have been named Liesel. Its highest rank for girls was #2796 in 2015. In 2025, 28 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Liesel a boy or girl name?
Liesel is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 1,241 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.