Elisee Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationeh-lee-ZAY / eɪˈliːzeɪFrench; Hebrew
Meaning
French: God is my salvation; Hebrew: God has helped
Historical & Cultural Background
Elisee is a variant of the name Elisha, which has biblical roots. In the Hebrew Bible, Elisha was a prophet and the successor to Elijah. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in French-speaking regions. It has gained popularity in modern times as a unique choice for boys.
Trend Summary
The name Elisee is relatively uncommon in the U.S. but has seen a slight increase in interest in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Eliseo
- Elisha
International Variants
- Élisée (French)
- Elia (Italian)
- Elías (Spanish)
Famous people named Elisee
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elisee was first seen in the United States in 2007. Elisee has ranked as high as #1344 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Elisee has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Elisee
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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2007 | 6 |
2010 | 8 |
2014 | 5 |
2018 | 6 |