Elisabel is a charming and unique feminine given name of Hispanic origin. It is derived from the Hebrew name Elizabeth, which means "God is my oath" or "God is my promise". The name Elisabel is often associated with royalty and elegance, as it was popular among Spanish queens and noblewomen during the Middle Ages.
The name Elisabel first appeared in Spain around the 13th century, when it was introduced by the French troubadours who brought their tales of chivalry and romance to the Iberian Peninsula. The name quickly gained popularity among the Spanish nobility, and several prominent figures in Spanish history have borne this name, including Elisabet de Moctezuma, a Nahua princess who was the great-grandmother of Emperor Carlos V.
Throughout the centuries, Elisabel has remained a popular choice for parents in Spain and Latin America looking to give their daughters a name that combines elegance and uniqueness. Today, Elisabel is still considered a beautiful and distinctive name that carries with it a rich history and cultural heritage.
The name Elisabel has seen a varied trend in popularity over the past five decades in the United States. In 1972, there were 7 newborn girls named Elisabel. The following years saw fluctuations in this number, with 5 births each in 1980 and 1981, followed by an increase to 8 births in 1985.
The late 1980s and early 1990s showed a consistent trend of around 6 to 9 Elisabel births per year. From 1994 onwards, the number of newborn girls named Elisabel hovered around 5 to 6 births annually, with a slight spike to 9 births in 1994.
The early 2000s and beyond saw a consistent popularity for the name Elisabel, with around 5 births each year from 2008 to 2013, followed by another increase to 6 births in 2017. Most recently, in 2021, there were 6 newborn girls named Elisabel.
In total, over these five decades, there have been 123 newborn girls named Elisabel in the United States. This data reflects the steady popularity of this name throughout recent history and its continued relevance as a choice for parents today.