Ellisha Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: eh-LISH-ah /ɛˈlɪʃə/
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: God is my salvation; English: variant of Elisha
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ellisha is derived from the Hebrew name Elisha, which means "God is salvation." The etymology traces back to the Hebrew root "el" meaning "God" and "yasha" meaning "to save" or "to deliver." This name was later transliterated into Greek as Elisas and subsequently into Latin, maintaining its religious connotation throughout its evolution. The name entered the English language through the Old French form, reflecting the influence of the Norman Conquest on English nomenclature in the 11th century.
Historically, Elisha is a significant biblical figure, known as a prophet in the Hebrew Bible, particularly in the Books of Kings. He was the successor to the prophet Elijah and is noted for performing miracles and acts of divine intervention during the 9th century BCE.
The stories of Elisha's life and deeds have been influential in Jewish and Christian traditions, contributing to the name's enduring legacy. The name appears in various translations of the Bible, including the King James Version, which was published in the early 17th century and helped solidify the name's presence in English-speaking cultures.
Culturally, the name Ellisha and its variants have been associated with themes of divine protection and salvation, resonating with those who value spiritual significance in names. The name's feminine form, Ellisha, may have emerged as a modern adaptation, reflecting a broader trend of feminizing traditionally male names.
This adaptation allows for a connection to the historical and religious roots of the name while providing a contemporary identity.
Famous people named Ellisha
In this section, you will find notable people named Ellisha. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Ellisha who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Ellisha M. is a singer and songwriter best known for her work in the pop and R&B genres.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ellisha was first seen in the United States in 1970.
Ellisha has ranked as high as #8908 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Ellisha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Ellisha 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 Ellisha was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Ellisha.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 5 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 | 6 |
| 2001 | 6 | 6 |
| 2000 | 10 | 10 |
| 1999 | 6 | 6 |
| 1998 | 8 | 8 |
| 1997 | 8 | 8 |
| 1996 | 9 | 9 |
| 1995 | 8 | 8 |
| 1994 | 11 | 11 |
| 1993 | 8 | 8 |
| 1992 | 10 | 10 |
| 1991 | 16 | 16 |
| 1990 | 14 | 14 |
| 1989 | 11 | 11 |
| 1988 | 10 | 10 |
| 1987 | 11 | 11 |
| 1986 | 10 | 10 |
| 1985 | 11 | 11 |
| 1984 | 8 | 8 |
| 1983 | 8 | 8 |
| 1982 | 9 | 9 |
| 1981 | 12 | 12 |
| 1980 | 6 | 6 |
| 1979 | 15 | 15 |
| 1978 | 8 | 8 |
| 1977 | 6 | 6 |
| 1976 | 7 | 7 |
| 1975 | 5 | 5 |
| 1973 | 8 | 8 |
| 1971 | 6 | 6 |
| 1970 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Ellisha
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
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