Will my child share the name Liza with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 12 UK babies named Liza per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Liza in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Liza becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Liza is declining: down 236 places since 2020, to #2,278 in 2025. It peaked at #1,073 in 2007.

Is Liza a good choice for a distinctive name?

Liza is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Who are some famous people named Liza?

Notable people named Liza include: Liza Lorena, Liza Weil and Liza Campbell.

Is Liza a popular baby name in the United States?

Liza does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

👧 Girl's name 💎 Relatively Unique UK #2278

Liza

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Liza is a distinctive choice, ranked #2278 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Liza in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

#2278

About the Name Liza

Liza is climbing rapidly up the charts, having climbed 147 places in just five years. Its best recorded rank was #1073 in 2007 — and current momentum suggests it could challenge that mark again. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Liza is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Liza in their class.

⭐ Famous People Named Liza

Liza Lorena — Elizabeth Ann Jolene Luciano Winsett known professionally as Liza Lorena is a Filipina actress.
Liza Weil — Liza Weil is an American actress.
Liza Campbell — Lady Elizabeth Campbell, known professionally as Liza Campbell, is a Scottish artist, calligrapher, columnist, and writer.

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