Pledged to God
Liesl is a German diminutive of Elisabeth, which originates from the Hebrew name Elisheva. It carries the same spiritual weight as its parent name, signifying a sacred oath or commitment to a higher power. While widely recognized in the English-speaking world due to musical theater, it remains a rare and distinctive choice for American parents.
Less common today
Liesl isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,056 in 2014.
The eldest von Trapp daughter · The Sound of Music
The protagonist and 'book thief' · The Book Thief
Tony-nominated theater and film director
Australian Paralympic gold medalist and politician
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
