Ilyse Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ee-LEES /iˈlis/
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: God is my salvation; English: variant of Elise
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ilyse is a variant of the name Elise, which has its roots in the Hebrew name Elisheba, meaning "God is my oath." This name was adapted into Greek as Elisabet, which later evolved into the Latin form Elizabeth. The transition into Old French produced the diminutive Elise, which eventually influenced the creation of Ilyse in English-speaking contexts.
The name's journey reflects a common pattern of linguistic adaptation and transformation across cultures and languages, showcasing the interplay between Hebrew, Greek, Latin, and French before reaching its current form in English. Historically, the name Elizabeth has been significant, associated with notable figures such as Elizabeth I of England, who reigned from 1558 to 1603 and is remembered for her impactful leadership during the Elizabethan era.
The name has also been prominent in religious texts, particularly in the Christian tradition, where Elizabeth is recognized as the mother of John the Baptist in the New Testament. This biblical connection has contributed to the name's enduring presence in various cultures, as it has been carried by numerous saints and queens throughout history.
Culturally, names derived from Elise and Elizabeth have often been associated with themes of devotion, faith, and nobility. The name Ilyse, while less common, retains these associations and reflects a modern adaptation of a historically rich lineage.
The diminutive form Elise has also been embraced in various cultures, further emphasizing the name's versatility and appeal. Overall, Ilyse embodies a blend of historical significance and cultural resonance, rooted in a legacy that spans centuries.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ilyse was first seen in the United States in 1952.
Ilyse has ranked as high as #5044 nationally, which occurred in 1969, and has been most popular in New York.
In the past 5 years the name Ilyse has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Ilyse 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 Ilyse 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 Ilyse.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 | 6 |
| 2016 | 5 | 5 |
| 2015 | 7 | 7 |
| 2012 | 6 | 6 |
| 2011 | 7 | 7 |
| 2008 | 5 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 | 5 |
| 2000 | 10 | 10 |
| 1999 | 5 | 5 |
| 1993 | 7 | 7 |
| 1992 | 6 | 6 |
| 1991 | 7 | 7 |
| 1990 | 12 | 12 |
| 1989 | 5 | 5 |
| 1988 | 9 | 9 |
| 1987 | 6 | 6 |
| 1986 | 9 | 9 |
| 1985 | 11 | 11 |
| 1983 | 6 | 6 |
| 1981 | 6 | 6 |
| 1980 | 7 | 7 |
| 1978 | 6 | 6 |
| 1977 | 7 | 7 |
| 1976 | 6 | 6 |
| 1975 | 7 | 7 |
| 1974 | 6 | 6 |
| 1973 | 9 | 9 |
| 1972 | 11 | 11 |
| 1971 | 7 | 7 |
| 1970 | 11 | 11 |
| 1969 | 17 | 17 |
| 1968 | 9 | 9 |
| 1967 | 16 | 16 |
| 1966 | 16 | 16 |
| 1965 | 15 | 15 |
| 1964 | 9 | 9 |
| 1963 | 7 | 7 |
| 1962 | 6 | 6 |
| 1961 | 6 | 6 |
| 1960 | 11 | 11 |
| 1958 | 5 | 5 |
| 1957 | 7 | 7 |
| 1956 | 8 | 8 |
| 1955 | 10 | 10 |
| 1954 | 6 | 6 |
| 1953 | 5 | 5 |
| 1952 | 8 | 8 |
Top States for Ilyse (1990)
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.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |