Lisa Name Meaning, Origin & Gender
Lisa is listed in our database as a girl name of German origin. Its recorded meaning is “Devoted to God”.
Lisa Name at a Glance
| Name | Lisa |
|---|---|
| Meaning | Devoted to God. |
| Origin | German |
| Gender | Girl |
What Does the Name Lisa Mean?
According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Lisa means “Devoted to God”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.
Lisa Name Origin
Our database records Lisa under German origin. Browse more German baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.
Is Lisa a Boy or Girl Name?
In our database, Lisa is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.
Choosing the Name Lisa
When considering Lisa for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.
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