Liz
/LEES/ Portuguese Female
Meaning & Origin
Liz is a Portuguese name meaning "My God is a vow". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Afghanistan, Albania, Angola, Argentina. Liz originates as a diminutive of Elizabeth, which is derived from the Hebrew name Elisheva (אֱלִישֶׁבַע), meaning 'my God is abundance' or 'God is my oath'.
Quick Facts
Language Portuguese
Gender Female
Phonetic LEES
IPA ˈlis
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as LEES. Keep the original Portuguese phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Liz
- · Liz Taylor - Actress
- · Lizzo - Musician
- · Liz Cheney - Politician
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