Eliza is a popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #65 in 2025 with 712 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 1,248 births ranking #41. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 384.4%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 356 girls born was named Eliza. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Eliza is a bright, intelligent classic in the Elizabeth family. It feels lively, literary, and very enduring.
The name has been used for centuries and has a particularly strong place in English-speaking literary and historical tradition. Its modern popularity comes from a perfect balance of history and sparkle.