Girl
Eliza
pledged to God
About Eliza
Classic with a twist, Eliza brings traditional elegance into the modern era with effortless grace. This name has historical depth while feeling completely current, satisfying parents who want both heritage and freshness. Eliza strikes an ideal balance—recognizable and established without being overused, giving your daughter a name that feels both familiar and special. The three-syllable structure provides substance and rhythm, while the 'z' sound adds a spark of personality that prevents it from feeling staid. This name transitions seamlessly through all life phases, equally suited to a playful child and a distinguished professional. Eliza offers natural nickname options if desired, though it's complete and beautiful as it stands. The name's literary and historical associations add depth without overwhelming its essential charm. Parents choosing Eliza demonstrate appreciation for names that have proven their staying power while remaining fresh and appealing across generations and trends.
Popularity of the Name Eliza
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #85 | ||||
| 1881 | #91 | ||||
| 1882 | #92 | ||||
| 1883 | #95 | ||||
| 1884 | #101 | ||||
| 1885 | #101 | ||||
| 1886 | #109 | ||||
| 1887 | #106 | ||||
| 1888 | #110 | ||||
| 1889 | #126 | ||||
| 1890 | #132 | ||||
| 1891 | #130 | ||||
| 1892 | #144 | ||||
| 1893 | #148 | ||||
| 1894 | #146 | ||||
| 1895 | #159 | ||||
| 1896 | #167 | ||||
| 1897 | #175 | ||||
| 1898 | #181 | ||||
| 1899 | #171 | ||||
| 1900 | #166 | #80 | |||
| 1901 | #198 | #101 | |||
| 1902 | #184 | #96 | |||
| 1903 | #186 | #119 | |||
| 1904 | #212 | #98 | |||
| 1905 | #204 | #120 | |||
| 1906 | #217 | #131 | |||
| 1907 | #217 | #112 | |||
| 1908 | #221 | #122 | |||
| 1909 | #226 | #125 | |||
| 1910 | #234 | #142 | |||
| 1911 | #244 | ||||
| 1912 | #260 | #136 | |||
| 1913 | #260 | ||||
| 1914 | #296 | ||||
| 1915 | #313 | #150 | |||
| 1916 | #342 | ||||
| 1917 | #316 | ||||
| 1918 | #329 | ||||
| 1919 | #320 | ||||
| 1920 | #327 | ||||
| 1921 | #350 | #196 | |||
| 1922 | #344 | #198 | |||
| 1923 | #365 | ||||
| 1924 | #363 | ||||
| 1925 | #375 | ||||
| 1926 | #389 | ||||
| 1927 | #404 | ||||
| 1928 | #439 | ||||
| 1929 | #411 | ||||
| 1930 | #423 | ||||
| 1931 | #449 | ||||
| 1932 | #426 | ||||
| 1933 | #468 | ||||
| 1934 | #483 | ||||
| 1935 | #507 | ||||
| 1936 | #538 | ||||
| 1937 | #585 | ||||
| 1938 | #519 | ||||
| 1939 | #539 | ||||
| 1940 | #573 | ||||
| 1941 | #579 | ||||
| 1942 | #606 | ||||
| 1943 | #646 | ||||
| 1944 | #633 | ||||
| 1945 | #578 | ||||
| 1946 | #700 | ||||
| 1947 | #804 | ||||
| 1948 | #788 | ||||
| 1949 | #706 | ||||
| 1950 | #785 | ||||
| 1951 | #779 | ||||
| 1952 | #914 | ||||
| 1953 | #955 | ||||
| 1955 | #884 | ||||
| 1956 | #991 | ||||
| 1957 | #965 | ||||
| 1966 | #975 | ||||
| 1968 | #993 | ||||
| 1969 | #965 | #365 | #409 | ||
| 1970 | #858 | ||||
| 1972 | #874 | ||||
| 1973 | #844 | #468 | |||
| 1974 | #901 | ||||
| 1975 | #899 | ||||
| 1976 | #741 | ||||
| 1977 | #700 | ||||
| 1978 | #758 | ||||
| 1979 | #698 | ||||
| 1980 | #658 | #502 | |||
| 1981 | #641 | #559 | |||
| 1982 | #599 | #371 | #553 | ||
| 1983 | #619 | ||||
| 1984 | #688 | ||||
| 1985 | #712 | ||||
| 1986 | #752 | ||||
| 1987 | #643 | #324 | |||
| 1988 | #609 | #517 | |||
| 1989 | #672 | ||||
| 1990 | #555 | #371 | |||
| 1991 | #591 | #859 | |||
| 1992 | #660 | #639 | |||
| 1993 | #582 | #845 | |||
| 1994 | #594 | #850 | |||
| 1995 | #488 | #316 | #598 | ||
| 1996 | #466 | #318 | #620 | ||
| 1997 | #446 | #270 | #257 | #644 | |
| 1998 | #449 | #265 | #236 | #448 | #665 |
| 1999 | #435 | #273 | #186 | #470 | #674 |
| 2000 | #379 | #268 | #432 | #610 | |
| 2001 | #369 | #252 | #457 | #622 | |
| 2002 | #359 | #222 | #224 | #387 | #616 |
| 2003 | #334 | #221 | #216 | #457 | #670 |
| 2004 | #320 | #188 | #243 | #261 | #653 |
| 2005 | #305 | #179 | #237 | #356 | #391 |
| 2006 | #326 | #173 | #309 | #379 | #581 |
| 2007 | #333 | #166 | #183 | #356 | #525 |
| 2008 | #326 | #151 | #152 | #284 | #537 |
| 2009 | #278 | #128 | #176 | #339 | #428 |
| 2010 | #241 | #100 | #179 | #269 | #375 |
| 2011 | #255 | #65 | #150 | #216 | #359 |
| 2012 | #223 | #66 | #187 | #128 | #381 |
| 2013 | #201 | #64 | #181 | #151 | #337 |
| 2014 | #212 | #55 | #196 | #143 | #268 |
| 2015 | #175 | #56 | #228 | #137 | #247 |
| 2016 | #174 | #52 | #144 | #157 | #292 |
| 2017 | #140 | #48 | #109 | #133 | #213 |
| 2018 | #131 | #43 | #89 | #150 | #210 |
| 2019 | #119 | #42 | #108 | #152 | #171 |
| 2020 | #115 | #45 | #89 | #147 | #193 |
| 2021 | #111 | #46 | #77 | #144 | #186 |
| 2022 | #121 | #57 | #180 | #134 | #221 |
| 2023 | #116 | #65 | #207 | #124 | #241 |
| 2024 | #118 | #62 | #113 | #132 | #306 |
| 2025 | #115 | #66 | #197 | #179 | #267 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Eliza
Names Similar to Eliza
Nicknames for Eliza
- Liza
- Ellie
- Liz
- Lizzie
Famous People Named Eliza
| Eliza Hamilton | Wife of American founding father Alexander Hamilton |
| Eliza Dushku | American actress known for her roles in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Dollhouse" |
| Eliza Taylor | Australian actress famous for her role as Clarke Griffin in the TV series "The 100" |
| Eliza Coupe | American actress known for her roles in "Happy Endings" and "Scrubs" |
| Eliza Butterworth | English actress known for her role as Lady Aelswith in the TV series "The Last Kingdom" |
| Eliza Schneider | American voice actress who has lent her voice to several characters in the TV series "South Park" |
| Eliza Hutton | American actress and former fiancée of late actor Brandon Lee |
| Eliza Patricia Dushku | Danish politician and member of the Danish Parliament |
| Eliza Scanlen | Australian actress known for her roles in "Sharp Objects" and "Little Women" |
| Eliza Bennett | British actress recognized for her roles in "The Prince and Me" and "Nanny McPhee" |
| Eliza R. Snow | American poet and leader in the early Latter Day Saint movement |
Characters Named Eliza
| Eliza Pancakes | A Sim character in the popular video game series "The Sims" |
| Eliza Pinchley | Character in the British TV series "Fawlty Towers" |
| Eliza Grayling | Main character in the novel "The Girl with Glass Feet" by Ali Shaw |
| Eliza Wetherspoon | Character in the book series "Theodosia Throckmorton" by R.L. LaFevers |
| Eliza D'Amico | Character in the film "Flirting with Disaster" |