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An old German and Austrian form of the name Elizabeth. Meanings: "God is my vow", "God of plenty" and "God is my satisfaction" For me in my family, this being our 9th baby and 7th girl, Leisel was the perfect choice. Most people seem to love it. I know we do.

Personal experiences with the name Liesel: | Edit

i've met a crabby old lady named Liesel

that's lame, i always think of liesel von trapp

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Meanings and history of the name Liesel: | Edit

German short form of Elizabeth.

Famous real-life people named Liesel: | Edit

Liesel Pritzker, actress from "A Little Princess"
Leisel Jones, Australian Olympic swimmer

Liesel in song, story & screen: | Edit

Liesel Meminger - from "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak
Liesel, a character in the The Sound of Music