Elyse Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationee-LEEZ / iˈliz

Hebrew; French

Meaning

Hebrew: God is my salvation; French: pledged to God

Historical & Cultural Background

Elyse is derived from the Hebrew name Elisheva, which means 'God is my oath.' It has also been associated with the French name Élise, which is a diminutive of Elizabeth. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, often used for girls but occasionally for boys. Its use for boys is less common and may reflect modern naming trends.

Trend Summary

Elyse has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the late 20th century.

Similar Names

ElianElioElyasEly

Variants

  • Elise
  • Elisa

International Variants

  • Élise (French)
  • Elisa (Italian)
  • Elysa (English)

Famous people named Elyse

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Fictional characters named Elyse

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Sibling Suggestions

EliEliasElijahElianaEliseElla

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Elyse was first seen in the United States in 1988. Elyse has ranked as high as #1189 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Elyse has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Elyse

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19887
19897
19905