Elsabeth

Elsabeth is an English variant of Elizabeth, itself derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba, composed of the elements el, meaning God, and sheva, meaning oath or perhaps seven. The name was borne famously by the biblical wife of Aaron and became widely popular across Europe through veneration of Saint Elizabeth of Hungary and the influence of Queen Elizabeth I of England. Elsabeth represents one of many spelling variations that arose as the name spread through different regions and scribal traditions. Related forms include Elisabeth, Elspeth, Elisbeth, and Elzabeth.