German

Liesel

Pronounced LEE-zulShare

Meaning: German pet form of Elisabeth

  • Girl
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

Liesel is an affectionate German form of Elisabeth. It keeps the longer name’s family connection while offering a smaller, distinctly German form.

Nicknames

  • Lies
  • Lisi

Spellings & variants

  • Liesl
  • Liese
  • Lisl

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Liesel comes from German.

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