Elza Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationEL-zah / ˈɛlzəHebrew; Slavic
Meaning
Hebrew: God is my oath; Slavic: pledged to God
Historical & Cultural Background
Elza is a variant of the name Eliza, which has roots in Hebrew and means 'God is my oath.' In Slavic cultures, it can also signify a commitment to God. The name has been used in various cultures and has different connotations depending on the region. It is often associated with strength and devotion.
Trend Summary
The name Elza has seen limited popularity in the U.S. and is relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Elza
- Elzah
International Variants
- Elza (Hungarian)
- Elza (Slavic)
Famous people named Elza
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elza was first seen in the United States in 1880. Elza has ranked as high as #828 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in Kentucky, Missouri, West Virginia, Oklahoma, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Elza has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Elza (1947)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 25 |
| 1881 | 14 |
| 1882 | 14 |
| 1883 | 18 |
| 1884 | 24 |
| 1885 | 15 |
| 1886 | 19 |
| 1887 | 16 |
| 1888 | 17 |
| 1889 | 22 |
| 1890 | 15 |
| 1891 | 18 |
| 1892 | 17 |
| 1893 | 18 |
| 1894 | 15 |
| 1895 | 19 |
| 1896 | 19 |
| 1897 | 10 |
| 1898 | 9 |
| 1899 | 9 |
| 1900 | 16 |
| 1901 | 14 |
| 1902 | 11 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1904 | 12 |
| 1905 | 16 |
| 1906 | 11 |
| 1907 | 13 |
| 1908 | 13 |
| 1909 | 8 |
| 1910 | 11 |
| 1911 | 17 |
| 1912 | 29 |
| 1913 | 34 |
| 1914 | 36 |
| 1915 | 44 |
| 1916 | 49 |
| 1917 | 45 |
| 1918 | 65 |
| 1919 | 55 |
| 1920 | 66 |
| 1921 | 63 |
| 1922 | 68 |
| 1923 | 50 |
| 1924 | 59 |
| 1925 | 38 |
| 1926 | 48 |
| 1927 | 57 |
| 1928 | 35 |
| 1929 | 39 |
| 1930 | 43 |
| 1931 | 35 |
| 1932 | 41 |
| 1933 | 27 |
| 1934 | 25 |
| 1935 | 41 |
| 1936 | 27 |
| 1937 | 31 |
| 1938 | 24 |
| 1939 | 32 |
| 1940 | 21 |
| 1941 | 17 |
| 1942 | 20 |
| 1943 | 22 |
| 1944 | 25 |
| 1945 | 21 |
| 1946 | 14 |
| 1947 | 16 |
| 1948 | 17 |
| 1949 | 19 |
| 1950 | 10 |
| 1951 | 16 |
| 1952 | 13 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 17 |
| 1956 | 15 |
| 1957 | 17 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1990 | 6 |