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Elise Girl

Popularity: #236 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

Pronunciationeh-LEEZ / ɛˈliz

French; Hebrew; Latin

Meaning

French: pledged to God; Hebrew: God is my salvation; Latin: noble

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Elise has its roots in the Hebrew name Elisheba, which means "God is my oath." This name was adapted into Greek as Elisabet and later into Latin as Elisabetha. The name made its way into Old French as Élisabeth, which eventually led to the diminutive form Elise. The transition into English occurred through the influence of the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, where it was introduced alongside other biblical names, becoming popular in various forms across Europe.

Historically, the name Elise is closely associated with the biblical figure Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist, who is mentioned in the New Testament. The name gained prominence in Christian contexts, particularly during the Middle Ages, when saints and queens bore the name. Notably, Saint Elizabeth of Hungary, who lived in the 13th century, contributed to the name's reverence in Christian tradition. The name's presence in literature and religious texts, including the King James Bible published in 1611, further solidified its significance.

Culturally, Elise has been embraced in various artistic and literary works, symbolizing grace and devotion. The name is often associated with themes of loyalty and faithfulness, reflecting its etymological roots. Additionally, the name has inspired various diminutive forms, such as Lise or Lisa, which have also found their place in different cultures. The enduring nature of Elise can be attributed to its rich historical background and the positive connotations associated with its biblical origins.

Trend Summary

Elise has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Elisa
  • Elly

International Variants

  • Elisa (Italian)
  • Eliseo (Spanish)
  • Elisabeth (German)
  • Elisa (Portuguese)

Famous people named Elise

Elise Neal is an actress best known for Scream 2, The Best Man, and Logan.

Fictional characters named Elise

Elise is a fictional character from the video game series Street Fighter. She is a skilled fighter known for her unique abilities and connection to the game's lore.

Elise is a fictional character from the animated series The Owl House. She is a powerful witch who plays a significant role in the protagonist's journey and the series' overarching conflict.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Elise was first seen in the United States in 1880. Elise has ranked as high as #326 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Elise has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Elise (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 160
13%
TX 145
12%
FL 64
5%
NC 51
4%
PA 48
4%
NY 47
4%
IL 42
4%
OH 40
3%
VA 40
3%
WA 39
3%
GA 33
3%
NJ 31
3%
MN 30
3%
TN 29
2%
IN 29
2%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
188024
188122
188229
188326
188428
188525
188632
188732
188833
188942
189033
189144
189240
189351
189443
189550
189646
189750
189860
189948
190076
190147
190251
190353
190459
190554
190655
190767
190870
190963
191062
191177
1912143
1913144
1914157
1915186
1916198
1917210
1918209
1919234
1920208
1921216
1922202
1923200
1924199
1925155
1926159
1927157
1928149
1929164
1930137
1931146
1932129
1933121
193496
1935139
1936116
1937119
1938107
1939118
1940116
1941123
1942106
1943125
1944134
1945113
1946132
1947185
1948166
1949169
1950187
1951291
1952303
1953352
1954404
1955409
1956394
1957358
1958392
1959421
1960374
1961403
1962368
1963374
1964427
1965374
1966362
1967337
1968341
1969329
1970331
1971308
1972256
1973292
1974221
1975230
1976244
1977255
1978284
1979296
1980334
1981387
1982437
1983556
1984759
1985933
19861,043
19871,143
19881,095
19891,065
19901,071
1991970
1992939
1993978
1994802
1995788
1996935
19971,046
19981,026
19991,157
20001,278
20011,337
20021,336
20031,419
20041,510
20051,495
20061,566
20071,559
20081,549
20091,526
20101,588
20111,934
20122,121
20132,017
20141,967
20151,844
20161,915
20171,715
20181,670
20191,472
20201,364
20211,252
20221,204
20231,145
20241,266