Girl · 397th of 27,321
Elisa
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
47,122
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2012
Peak Popularity Year
854
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Elisa stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Elisa is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'God is salvation'. It evolved from the biblical name Elisha through various linguistic forms. The name is associated with positive traits and has biblical relevance through Elisha, a prophet. It gained popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries, and today, it is regarded as graceful and elegant.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ɪˈliːzə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Elisa is derived from the Hebrew name Elisha, which means 'God is salvation'. It is a feminine form that has roots in the biblical name.
Meaning
God is salvation
Language Evolution
Elisheba (Hebrew), Elisha (Hebrew), Elisa (Italian/Spanish/French)
Biblical Background
The name is connected to the biblical figure Elisha, a prophet in the Hebrew Bible.
Historical Usage
Elisa gained popularity in various cultures during the 19th and 20th centuries, especially in Europe and Latin America.
Variants & Derivatives
Elisa, Elise, Eliza, Alisa
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Elisa is perceived as a graceful and elegant name, often associated with femininity and strength.
Famous People
Elisa Lam, a Canadian student, Elisa Donovan, an American actress, Elisa Doolittle, a British singer-songwriter
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 854 peak births in 2012
Geographic Spread
Popular across 46 US states, with strongest presence in New Mexico
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 11 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 14 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6451st of 7545 | 11 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5592nd of 6773 | 15 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7552nd of 7552 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6381st of 10718 | 36 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7633rd of 16616 | 65 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21740th of 23106 | 6 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 766th of 9107 | 1,614 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 704th of 9204 | 1,881 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 511th of 12526 | 6,180 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 373rd of 19264 | 9,963 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 397th of 27321 | 9,989 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 521st of 35406 | 8,971 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 469th of 30306 | 8,139 |