Elisea Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: eh-LEE-sah /ɛˈliːsə/
Origin: Hebrew; French
Meaning: Hebrew: God is my salvation; French: pledged to God
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Elisea has its roots in the Hebrew name Elishua, which means "God is my salvation." This name evolved through various linguistic transformations, first appearing in Greek as Elisha, which was later adopted into Latin as Eliseus. The name made its way into Old French as Élisée, before ultimately being anglicized to Elisea in English.
The transition from Hebrew to English reflects a broader pattern of biblical names being adapted through multiple languages, particularly during the Middle Ages when the Christian tradition flourished in Europe. Historically, the name Elisha is significant in the Hebrew Bible, where he is recognized as a prophet and the successor to Elijah, active during the 9th century BCE.
His story is recounted in the Second Book of Kings, where he performs various miracles and serves as a spiritual leader. The name's biblical roots contributed to its enduring presence in Christian contexts, particularly during the Renaissance when biblical names gained renewed interest due to translations of the Bible, including the King James Version published in 1611, which helped solidify the prominence of such names in English-speaking cultures.
Culturally, Elisea carries connotations of divine protection and salvation, resonating with themes of faith and hope. The name is often associated with strength and resilience, reflecting the qualities attributed to the biblical Elisha.
Additionally, the diminutive form Elise has gained recognition in various cultures, further enriching the name's legacy. Overall, Elisea embodies a rich tapestry of linguistic evolution and historical significance, rooted deeply in religious tradition and cultural symbolism.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elisea was first seen in the United States in 1938.
Elisea has ranked as high as #1381 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Elisea has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Elisea 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 Elisea was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Elisea (2008)
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.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
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 Elisea.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1938 | 5 |