Eliceo Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: eh-LEE-seh-oh /eˈli.t͡ʃe.o/
Origin: Italian; Spanish
Meaning: Italian: 'chosen'; Spanish: 'God is my salvation'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Eliceo has its roots in the Hebrew name Eliahu, which translates to "My God is Yahweh." This name was adapted into Greek as Elias and subsequently into Latin as Elias, before evolving into various forms in the Romance languages, including Eliceo in Italian and Spanish. The transition into English occurred through the influence of biblical texts, particularly the Septuagint and the Vulgate, which popularized the name in Christian contexts, especially due to its association with the prophet Elijah from the Hebrew Bible, who is a significant figure in both Judaism and Christianity.
Historically, the name Eliceo has been linked to various saints, most notably Saint Elias, who is venerated in both the Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic traditions. The name appears in various religious texts and translations, including the King James Bible, which contributed to its recognition in Christian communities.
The presence of the name in ecclesiastical contexts throughout the centuries has reinforced its significance and continuity within Christian nomenclature. Culturally, Eliceo carries connotations of divine connection and faith, reflecting its etymological roots.
The name symbolizes a strong spiritual heritage, often associated with qualities such as strength and prophetic insight, which are attributed to the biblical Elijah. In some cultures, diminutive forms like Eli or Lio may also be used, reflecting a more informal or affectionate usage while maintaining the original name's spiritual significance.
Overall, Eliceo embodies a rich historical and cultural legacy that has persisted through the ages.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Eliceo was first seen in the United States in 1927.
Eliceo has ranked as high as #10559 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in California.
In the past 5 years the name Eliceo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Eliceo 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 Eliceo was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Eliceo.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 | 6 |
| 2024 | 7 | 7 |
| 2023 | 8 | 8 |
| 2022 | 6 | 6 |
| 2021 | 10 | 10 |
| 2020 | 7 | 7 |
| 2019 | 11 | 11 |
| 2016 | 5 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 | 6 |
| 2014 | 13 | 13 |
| 2013 | 7 | 7 |
| 2012 | 9 | 9 |
| 2011 | 8 | 8 |
| 2010 | 12 | 12 |
| 2009 | 7 | 7 |
| 2008 | 10 | 10 |
| 2007 | 10 | 10 |
| 2006 | 18 | 18 |
| 2005 | 12 | 12 |
| 2004 | 18 | 18 |
| 2003 | 10 | 10 |
| 2002 | 7 | 7 |
| 2001 | 11 | 11 |
| 2000 | 5 | 5 |
| 1999 | 14 | 14 |
| 1998 | 9 | 9 |
| 1997 | 9 | 9 |
| 1996 | 5 | 5 |
| 1995 | 14 | 14 |
| 1994 | 11 | 11 |
| 1992 | 11 | 11 |
| 1991 | 5 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 | 5 |
| 1986 | 12 | 12 |
| 1985 | 8 | 8 |
| 1984 | 5 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 | 6 |
| 1973 | 7 | 7 |
| 1961 | 5 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 | 5 |
| 1927 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Eliceo (2008)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |