Lise is a name of French origin and means "God is my oath". It is derived from the Latin word "Elisabeth", which means "God is my oath" or "My God is my oath". The name has been used throughout history, particularly in France and other Francophone countries.
The name Lise has been popular for centuries. In the Middle Ages, it was often given to girls who were born around Christmas time because of its association with the biblical figure Elizabeth, who gave birth to John the Baptist nine months after the Annunciation.
Over time, the name Lise has evolved and taken on different forms in various languages. In English-speaking countries, it is commonly spelled as "Liz" or "Lisa", while in German-speaking countries, it is often spelled as " Lieselotte".
Despite its evolution over time, the name Lise remains a popular choice for parents looking for a classic yet distinctive name for their daughter. Its meaning and French origin make it a unique option that stands out from more commonly used names like Lisa or Elizabeth.
The given statistics illustrate the fluctuations in the number of babies named Lise born in the United States each year over a period spanning from 1922 to 2019.
The name Lise appears to have been quite popular during the mid-20th century, with the highest number of births occurring in 1956, when there were 144 babies named Lise. This popularity seemed to continue into the late 1950s and early 1960s, with over 100 babies named Lise born each year between 1958 and 1963.
However, after the 1960s, the number of babies named Lise began to decline significantly. By the late 1970s and early 1980s, there were fewer than 25 babies named Lise born each year. This trend continued throughout the 1990s and into the 21st century, with the number of births fluctuating between 5 and 13 each year.
Overall, over the course of these nearly hundred years, a total of 2782 babies were named Lise in the United States. While the name was quite popular at certain points in time, it appears that its popularity has waned in recent decades. Despite this decline, the name Lise remains a part of American naming history and continues to be chosen by parents for their daughters today.