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UK girl's name

Lyza

A feminine name likely derived from the name Elizabeth, meaning "consecrated to God".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Lyza is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Lyza popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3447, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2015, with 7 births.

This profile covers 23 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 2006 to 2020. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 86% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 23 living people in the UK are called Lyza. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2021 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Lyza ranked #3447 for girls in England and Wales in 2020, with 6 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2015, when 7 girls were registered as Lyza.
  • About 23 living people in the UK are estimated to have Lyza as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#3447

2020

Births in 2020

6

Latest year

Peak year

2015

7 births

Estimated living

23

2026

Meaning

What does Lyza mean?

The name Lyza is a feminine given name of uncertain origin, with various theories proposed about its roots and meaning. One possible theory suggests that it originated from the Greek name Eliza, which itself is a variation of the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning "God is my oath" or "God is abundance."

Another theory proposes that Lyza may have derived from the Old English name Liza, which was a diminutive form of Elizabeth, ultimately tracing its roots back to the Hebrew Elisheva. The name Elizabeth has been used across various cultures and languages, giving rise to numerous variations and diminutives over time.

In ancient texts, the name Lyza is not widely documented, as it is considered a relatively modern variant or diminutive form. However, its potential connections to the names Eliza and Elizabeth can be found in various religious and historical contexts throughout history.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Lyza was Lyza Kimberly, an American writer and editor born in 1948. She is known for her work in children's literature and her contributions to various publications.

Lyza Danger Gardner, born in 1976, is an American actress and producer. She has appeared in several television shows and films, including her role in the popular series "Breaking Bad."

In the field of sports, Lyza Brewington, an American track and field athlete born in 1997, has made her mark as a successful sprinter and hurdler, representing the United States in international competitions.

Lyza Muñoz, born in 1985, is a Spanish-American actress and model. She has appeared in various television series and films, showcasing her talent on both the small and big screens.

Lyza Ayers, born in 1979, is an American singer-songwriter and musician. She has released several albums and has gained recognition for her unique blend of folk and alternative rock styles.

While the name Lyza may not have an extensive historical record, its potential connections to the names Eliza and Elizabeth, which have rich histories and cultural significance, make it a name with intriguing origins and a growing presence in modern times.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Lyza over time

The chart below shows babies named Lyza registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2006 to 2020. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Lyza, the clearest high point is 2015. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2020, compared with 7 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Lyza
02457200620132020

Decades

Lyza by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Lyza was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #3447 6 1
2010s #4909 13 3
2000s #4157 4 1

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FAQ

Lyza: questions and answers

How popular is the name Lyza in the UK right now?

In 2020, Lyza was ranked #3447 for girls in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.

When was Lyza most popular?

The peak year on record was 2015, with 7 babies registered as Lyza in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Lyza?

A feminine name likely derived from the name Elizabeth, meaning "consecrated to God".

How many people are called Lyza in the UK?

A total of 23 babies have been registered as Lyza across the 5 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.