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Lisa

/LEE-sah/

girl
American
Very common
short

Meaning

Pledged to God

At a glance

  • Origin: American
  • Gender: girl
  • Syllables: 2
  • Popularity: Very common
  • Baby-safe: Yes

Cultural notes

A diminutive of Elizabeth, Lisa became incredibly popular in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. Famous bearers include actress Lisa Kudrow and artist Lisa Frank.

Vibes

American
English
girl
unisex

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