Elize

Primarily a girl's name of Hebrew origin with 425 recorded births. Also given to 16 boys.

Girl's nameAlso boy's#6689 in 2024Declining

Meaning & Origin

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Elize is a girl's and boy's baby name of Hebrew origin, a variant of Elise or Eliza, from Elizabeth, from the Hebrew Elisheba, meaning 'my God is an oath' or 'my God is abundance' — a streamlined form that keeps the Elizabeth family's elegant sound.

With over 425 recorded births, Elize is a French and Afrikaans spelling of Elise — used in South Africa and among French-speaking communities as a clean, minimalist form. The Afrikaans-speaking South African tradition has produced many distinctive spellings of classic European names, and Elize is one of the most beautifully streamlined, carrying the Elizabeth heritage in just four letters.

EtymologyShow more

Elize is cataloged under the Hebrew naming tradition. Hebrew names often carry theological significance — many embed references to God, virtues, or blessings within their structure.

In the U.S., Elize has been recorded as a girl's name since 1916, with 425 total births. Browse the Hebrew names hub on this site to explore the broader family.

At a Glance

425

Total births

Since 1916

2016

Peak

41 births

1916

First recorded

109 years of data

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Popularity Over Time

Elize climbed 2176 spots in the last 20 years — from #8865 to #6689.

First appeared: 1916Peak: 2016 (41 births)Current: #6689

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Elize
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
2020s	91	#6627	▼
2010s	195	#7050	▲
2000s	87	#11859	▲
1990s	29	#12940	▲
1980s	5	#11468	▼
1910s	18	#4338	—

The Story of Elize

A Gen Alpha name

Peaking in 2016, Elize is a fresh, modern favorite. Girls named Elize are most likely born between 2006 and 2024.

How rare is Elize?

Only about 1 in every 211,765 babies born in 2024 was named Elize — a truly uncommon choice.

The journey through the decades

First appeared in the records in 1916, gained momentum through the mid-century, peaked in the 2010s with 195 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.

Elize by the numbers

Would fill 9 school buses
Meeting one Elize per day would take 1.2 years

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(34 years, 1916–2024)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Elize
Year	Births	Rank	Change
2024	17	#6689	-2 (-10.5%)
2023	19	#6232	+7 (58.3%)
2022	12	#8675	-13 (-52.0%)
2021	25	#5128	+7 (38.9%)
2020	18	#6410	-2 (-10.0%)
2019	20	#6038	+2 (11.1%)
2018	18	#6600	-5 (-21.7%)
2017	23	#5558	-18 (-43.9%)
2016	41	#3728	+17 (70.8%)
2015	24	#5522	+9 (60.0%)
2014	15	#7779	0
2013	15	#7872	+1 (7.1%)
2012	14	#8329	-2 (-12.5%)
2011	16	#7535	+7 (77.8%)
2010	9	#11542	-1 (-10.0%)
2009	10	#10911	+1 (11.1%)
2008	9	#11881	-2 (-18.2%)
2007	11	#10340	+3 (37.5%)
2006	8	#12743	0
2005	8	#12160	-4 (-33.3%)

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Elize as a Boy's Name

While overwhelmingly a girl's name, Elize has also been given to 16 boys in the U.S. since 1922.

Unranked

Current rank

Total births

1922

Peak year

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elize a boy's or girl's name?

Elize is primarily a girl's name. It is also used as a boy's name, with 16 recorded births.

When was Elize most popular?

Elize reached its peak popularity in 2016 with 41 births that year. It is currently ranked #6689 in the U.S.

How popular is the name Elize?

Elize is currently ranked #6689 in the U.S. (2024). It has been given to 425 babies since 1916.

Can Elize be used for both boys and girls?

Yes, Elize is used for both boys and girls. As a girl's name, it currently ranks #6689. As a boy's name, it is not currently in the top rankings.

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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1916–2024