Elaiza Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: eh-LIE-zah //ɛˈlaɪ.zə//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: God is my oath (Hebrew); joyful (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Elaiza is believed to have roots in the Hebrew name Eliezer, which means "God is my help." The Hebrew name Eliezer is composed of two elements: "El," meaning "God," and "ezer," meaning "help" or "support." This name was transliterated into Greek as Eliezer and later into Latin, maintaining its original meaning. The name made its way into various cultures and languages, including Old French, before being adopted into English as Eliezer and its variants, including Elaiza.
Historically, the name Eliezer appears in the Hebrew Bible, notably as the name of a servant of Abraham, who is mentioned in the Book of Genesis. This biblical association lends the name a significant cultural and religious resonance, particularly within Jewish and Christian traditions.
The name has been borne by various saints and figures throughout history, contributing to its enduring presence in religious texts and traditions. In the context of the King James Bible, the name Eliezer is referenced, which further solidified its recognition in Christian communities.
Culturally, names derived from Eliezer, including Elaiza, carry connotations of divine assistance and support, reflecting a deep-seated belief in the protective and guiding nature of God. The name's association with biblical narratives has allowed it to persist through generations, often symbolizing faith and reliance on divine providence.
Variants of the name, such as Eliza, have also emerged, showcasing the name's adaptability across different languages and cultures, while retaining its core meaning and significance.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elaiza was first seen in the United States in 1999.
Elaiza has ranked as high as #1382 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Elaiza has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Elaiza 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 Elaiza was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Elaiza
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 Elaiza.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |