Meaning & Origin
The mother of John the Baptist according to the Christian and Islamic scriptures
Elisabeth is a girl's and boy's baby name of Hebrew origin, the Germanic form of Elizabeth, from the Hebrew Elisheba meaning "my God is an oath" or "my God is abundance." In the New Testament, Elisabeth was the mother of John the Baptist and a cousin of the Virgin Mary.
With nearly 48,000 U.S. births recorded, Elisabeth offers parents a classical European alternative to the standard Elizabeth. The -s spelling is preferred in Germany, Scandinavia, and France, giving this beloved name a continental elegance while preserving its deep biblical heritage.