Lisa
GirlHebrew
Lisa is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "God is my oath".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Hebrew
Religion
Jewish
Popularity
43 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
4 letters
Meaning
God is my oath
Etymology
Short form of Elisheva, from Hebrew El (God) and sheva (oath).
Famous People Named Lisa
- Lisa — Thai rapper, singer, model, dancer and actress (born 1997)
- Lisa del Giocondo — subject of the Mona Lisa
- Lisa Edelstein — American actress (born 1966)
- Lisa Ann — American pornographic actress
- Lisa Brennauer — German cyclist
Frequently Asked Questions About Lisa
What does the name Lisa mean?
Lisa means "God is my oath", and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of the name Lisa?
Lisa originates from Hebrew, commonly used in Middle East.
Is Lisa a boy or girl name?
Lisa is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Lisa associated with?
Lisa is associated with Jewish.
Are there famous people named Lisa?
Yes — notable people named Lisa include Lisa (Thai rapper, born 1997), Lisa del Giocondo (subject of the Mona Lisa), Lisa Edelstein (American actress, born 1966), Lisa Ann (American pornographic actress) and Lisa Brennauer (German cyclist).
Last updated: June 2026