Female Name
Liesje
ˈli.ʃə
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
50/100
Meaning & Etymology
Liesje is a Dutch diminutive form of the name Elisabeth, which itself originates from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath'. The diminutive form is commonly used in the Netherlands and Flanders, reflecting a cultural preference for affectionate or informal versions of names.
Etymology
Original Form:
Elisabeth
Evolution:
The name Elisabeth evolved into various diminutive forms across different cultures. In Dutch, Liesje emerged as a common diminutive, reflecting linguistic tendencies to shorten and soften names.
Source:
Dutch naming conventions and historical linguistics