Aleisa Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ah-LAY-sah /əˈleɪsə/
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: God is my salvation; English: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Aleisa is derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba, which means "God is my oath." The name transitioned through various linguistic forms, including the Greek Elizabeth and the Latin Elisabet. The Old French form, Élisabeth, further influenced the name's evolution before it made its way into English as Elizabeth.
This transformation reflects the broader historical context of the name, which has been widely used across different cultures and languages, often associated with significant religious and royal figures. Historically, the name Elizabeth has been borne by numerous notable figures, including Elizabeth I of England, who reigned from 1558 to 1603 and is remembered for her role in the English Renaissance and the defeat of the Spanish Armada.
Additionally, the name appears in biblical texts, notably in the New Testament, where Elizabeth is the mother of John the Baptist. The King James Bible, published in 1611, helped solidify the name's presence in English-speaking cultures, further embedding it in religious and historical narratives.
Culturally, the name Aleisa, as a variant of Elizabeth, carries connotations of loyalty and faithfulness, reflecting its etymological roots. The name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, often symbolizing strength and devotion.
Diminutive forms such as Lisa or Beth have also emerged, showcasing the name's adaptability and enduring appeal throughout centuries. The name's historical significance and its connections to prominent figures in both religion and monarchy contribute to its lasting resonance in cultural memory.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aleisa was first seen in the United States in 1959.
Aleisa has ranked as high as #1131 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Aleisa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Aleisa is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Aleisa was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Aleisa
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Aleisa.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 7 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1965 | 12 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1963 | 13 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1960 | 15 |
| 1959 | 6 |