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Elisa Girl

Popularity: #386 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Pronunciationeh-LEE-sah / ɛˈliːzə

Hebrew; Italian; Spanish

Meaning

Hebrew: God is my oath; Italian: pledged to God; Spanish: devoted to God

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Elisa has its roots in the Hebrew name Elisheva, which means "God is my oath." This name was transliterated into Greek as Elisabet and subsequently into Latin as Elisabeth. The name made its way into Old French as Élisabeth before evolving into various forms in different languages, including Elisa in Italian and Spanish. The transition into English occurred through the influence of the biblical figure Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist, who is a prominent character in the New Testament, particularly in the Gospel of Luke, written in the first century CE.

Throughout history, the name Elisa and its variants have been borne by numerous notable figures. One significant milestone is the use of the name in the King James Bible, published in 1611, which helped to popularize Elizabeth as a name in English-speaking cultures. The name has been associated with various queens and saints, including Saint Elizabeth of Hungary, who lived in the 13th century and was known for her charitable works and devotion to the poor. This connection to nobility and virtue has contributed to the name's enduring appeal across different cultures and eras.

Culturally, the name Elisa carries connotations of faithfulness and devotion, reflecting its etymological roots. It has been embraced in various artistic and literary contexts, often symbolizing purity and grace. The diminutive form, Liza, has also been historically significant, appearing in various works of literature and music. The name's resonance in religious and royal contexts has solidified its place in cultural memory, ensuring its continued recognition and use in various forms throughout history.

Trend Summary

Elisa has seen a steady popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Elisa
  • Elisse
  • Eliza

International Variants

  • Elisa (Italian)
  • Élise (French)
  • Elisa (Spanish)
  • Elisabeth (German)

Famous people named Elisa

Elisa Lam is a Canadian student best known for her mysterious death at the Cecil Hotel in Los Angeles.

Elisa Donovan is an actress best known for Clueless, Sabrina, the Teenage Witch, and Beverly Hills, 90210.

Elisa Cuthbert is a Canadian actress best known for 24, The Girl Next Door, and Happy Endings.

Elisa Dushku is an actress best known for Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, and Bring It On.

Elisa Sednaoui is a model and actress best known for her work with major fashion brands and her role in the film The Last Face.

Fictional characters named Elisa

Elisa Maza is a fictional character from the animated television series Gargoyles. She is a detective who works alongside the gargoyles and plays a crucial role in their adventures.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Elisa was first seen in the United States in 1880. Elisa has ranked as high as #663 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Elisa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Elisa (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 155
23%
TX 128
19%
FL 50
8%
IL 31
5%
NY 29
4%
AZ 23
3%
MA 23
3%
GA 20
3%
NJ 20
3%
NC 18
3%
VA 17
3%
MD 13
2%
CO 12
2%
PA 12
2%
WA 11
2%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
18805
18828
18838
188410
18858
188612
188716
188815
188911
189013
189111
189217
189310
189412
189513
189613
189717
189813
18999
190021
190117
190212
190316
190424
190515
190626
190728
190827
190933
191034
191128
191239
191340
191455
191560
191678
191776
191867
191983
1920102
192198
1922103
192397
1924121
1925106
1926118
1927111
1928155
1929118
1930129
1931117
1932119
1933100
1934115
1935102
1936112
193794
193894
193974
194083
194174
194282
1943115
1944108
194590
1946113
1947112
1948132
1949135
1950115
1951164
1952188
1953261
1954241
1955302
1956288
1957329
1958384
1959450
1960514
1961542
1962551
1963716
1964643
1965617
1966681
1967633
1968652
1969647
1970687
1971678
1972607
1973585
1974562
1975495
1976537
1977556
1978585
1979728
1980713
1981775
1982716
1983677
1984645
1985678
1986668
1987624
1988603
1989640
1990601
1991620
1992541
1993555
1994523
1995546
1996577
1997562
1998547
1999497
2000509
2001557
2002559
2003552
2004593
2005541
2006542
2007554
2008492
2009472
2010602
2011543
2012849
2013657
2014619
2015656
2016633
2017616
2018690
2019711
2020594
2021750
2022771
2023730
2024712