Lizzie

Short for Elizabeth

Lizzie is a diminutive of Elizabeth, used as a given name in its own right.

The name carries an informal, friendly quality compared to the full form.

Historically, Lizzie Borden became synonymous with the 1892 axe murder case, giving the name a macabre association in American culture.

Also spelled Lizzy.

nickname

Liz

Nickname from Elisabeth

  • BethShortened feminine name
  • LibbyElizabeth, informally
  • BessNickname for Elizabeth

Betty · Betsy · Elspeth · Elsie · Liesel · Lisa · Buffy · Ilsa · Elsa

affectionate

endearing

Arousing fondness or affection

cute · lovable · darling · precious · dear · pet name · fond · diminutive · familiar · intimate

playful

spirited

Full of vim

whimsical · fun-loving · lively · spunky · perky · bubbly · vivacious · frisky · tomboyish · girlish

Categories
Opposites
formality of name

LizzieElizabeth

Feminine given name

Elisabeth · Eliza · Beth · Liz · Betty

Phrases
Family

Lizzy

Familiarity
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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G