Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Elysa is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'God is my oath'. It evolved from the biblical name Elisheba and has taken various forms across languages. Today, it is viewed as a modern and elegant name, with roots connected to biblical figures.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ɪˈliːsə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Elysa is derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba, which means 'God is my oath'. The name has been adapted and transformed through various languages over time.
Meaning
God is my oath
Language Evolution
Elisheba (Hebrew), Elisa (Italian, Spanish), Elyse (French), Elysa (Modern English)
Biblical Background
Elysa has biblical roots, particularly related to the name Elisheba, who was the wife of Aaron in the Old Testament.
Historical Usage
The name Elysa gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern variant of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Elisa, Elyse, Elise, Elisabeth
Modern Popularity & Image
Elysa is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with grace and beauty in contemporary culture.
Famous People
Elysa Halpern (American artist), Elysa G. (social media influencer)
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 50 peak births in 2004
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4543rd of 12526 | 143 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4903rd of 19264 | 177 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3671st of 27321 | 425 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3963rd of 35406 | 566 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7071st of 30306 | 198 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
68.81% 1672nd/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
75.48% 2629th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
82.53% 3693rd/4475 |
83.13% 4318th/5194 |
52.62% 3324th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
86.77% 4481st/5164 |
58.20% 4256th/7313 |
46.70% 3485th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
84.00% 5272nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in California across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4543rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4903rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3671st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3963rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7071st out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.