Elisah Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationee-LIE-sah / iːˈlaɪsəHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God is my salvation; English: variant of Elijah
Historical & Cultural Background
Elisah is derived from the Hebrew name Elisha, which means 'God is my salvation.' It has biblical roots, appearing in the Old Testament as the name of a prophet. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly among English speakers as a variant of Elijah. Its usage has fluctuated over time, reflecting broader trends in naming practices.
Trend Summary
Elisah has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Elisha
- Elishea
International Variants
- Elías (Spanish)
- Élie (French)
- Elia (Italian)
Famous people named Elisah
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elisah was first seen in the United States in 1978. Elisah has ranked as high as #1277 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Elisah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Elisah
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2015 | 7 |