NAME PROFILE
Tawna
A diminutive of Elisabeth, derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba meaning 'God is my oath.' This name carries a bright and spirited energy, evoking a sense of timeless grace and a resilient, adventurous personality.
Key Stats
| Total births | 889 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1971 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1960 |
| Most recent | 1985 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | German |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 53%ID — 18%UT — 18%TX — 6%OH — 6%
Notable People
Liesel Matthews (Actress, A Little Princess) · Liesel Meminger (Protagonist, The Book Thief) · Liesel von Trapp (Character, The Sound of Music) · Liesel Pritzker Simmons (Philanthropist and Investor) · Liesel Westermann (Olympic Discus Thrower)
Nicknames & Diminutives
LiliLiese
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