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Female Name

Lilibet

Overview

Gender

feminine

Origin

Categories

British royal family
diminutives
directors
producers
Squishmallows
writers
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
60/100
classic65%
youthful120%
informal65%
upper class80%
wholesome80%
delicate160%
refined100%
strange120%

Meaning & Etymology

Lilibet is a diminutive form of the name Elizabeth, often used as a nickname. It originates from English or Welsh traditions and is particularly notable as the childhood nickname of Queen Elizabeth II. The name is sometimes spelled Lilybet and can be seen as a modern combination of the name elements Lili or Lily and Bet or Beth, which are themselves derivations of Elizabeth. In Scandinavian countries, Lilli serves as a diminutive for Elisabet and other names containing the element 'li'.

Etymology

Original Form:

Elizabeth

Evolution:

From Elizabeth to Lilibet through diminutive formation, influenced by pronunciation ease and affectionate usage.

Source:

Historical usage and linguistic analysis

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