Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • All Collections
      • Census & Voter Lists
      • Birth, Marriage & Death
      • Military
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2006-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Libbye

      Origin

      Derived from Elizabeth, Hebrew Roots

      Meaning

      Gods Promise or Oath

      Variations

      Libbee, Libbey, Libbie
      The name Libbye is derived from Elizabeth, which has Hebrew roots. In Hebrew, the name Elizabeth means God's promise or oath. This underscores the significance of the name in various cultural and religious traditions, reflecting themes of faith, commitment, and divine assurance. The variant Libbye retains this rich heritage while offering a contemporary twist on a timeless classic.

      Elizabeth has a long and illustrious history, appearing in religious texts such as the Bible, where it is associated with Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist. Throughout the centuries, the name Elizabeth has been borne by numerous queens and notable figures across various cultures, symbolizing nobility and grace. The variant form Libbye emerged as part of a broader trend to modernize and feminize traditional names, reflecting changes in naming conventions and societal preferences over time.

      In contemporary contexts, Libbye is a less common variant but can be seen as a fresh alternative to Elizabeth and its other derivatives. It appeals to parents seeking a unique yet meaningful name for their children. While it may not have the same widespread recognition as Elizabeth, Libbye conveys the same attributes of faith and promise, making it suitable for those who appreciate its roots but desire a distinctive flair.

      Based on our records...

      Waldrip

      Waldrip

      This is the most common surname associated with Libbye.
      Aubrey

      Aubrey

      This is the most common name of those married to a Libbye.
      Albie

      Albie

      This is the most common name for a child of a Libbye.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1914 is when there were the most people born with the first name Libbye.

      Explore the origins of another name.