Elisio Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: eh-LEE-syo //eˈli.sjo//
Origin: Italian; Spanish; Greek
Meaning: Italian: 'God is my salvation'; Spanish: 'the chosen one'; Greek: 'to be saved'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Elisio has its roots in the Hebrew name Elisha, which means "God is salvation." The Hebrew name is composed of two elements: "El," meaning "God," and "yasha," meaning "to save." This name was transliterated into Greek as Elisas and later into Latin as Elisius. The transition into Old French occurred as the name evolved into Elise, which then influenced the modern form Elisio in various languages, including Italian and Spanish, before making its way into English contexts.
Historically, the name Elisha appears in the Hebrew Bible as a prophet and the successor of Elijah, active in the 9th century BCE. His story is recounted in the Books of Kings, where he is noted for performing miracles and providing guidance to the Israelites.
The name gained further prominence through its use in Christian contexts, particularly during the Middle Ages, as biblical names were often adopted by saints and religious figures. The Latin Vulgate, a significant translation of the Bible completed in the late 4th century, contributed to the dissemination of the name in Christian communities.
Culturally, the name Elisio carries connotations of divine protection and salvation, reflecting its biblical origins. It has been associated with various saints throughout history, which has helped maintain its presence in religious and cultural traditions.
In some cultures, diminutive forms such as Eliseo have emerged, further enriching the name's legacy. The enduring nature of Elisio can be attributed to its strong religious significance and the historical narratives surrounding its biblical roots.
Famous people named Elisio
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Elisio de Moura is a Brazilian artist best known for his work in stained glass and sculpture.
Elisio Ferreira is a Brazilian footballer best known for playing with various clubs in Brazil and abroad.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elisio was first seen in the United States in 2001.
Elisio has ranked as high as #1348 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Elisio has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Elisio 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 Elisio was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Elisio
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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 Elisio.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 10 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2001 | 7 |