Elisha
Elisha: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈlaɪʃə/ · /əˈliːʃə/
Meaning and origin of Elisha
- A male given name from Hebrew of biblical origin, in quiet use since the 17th century.
- A female given name, variant of Alicia.
Etymology
Borrowed from Biblical Hebrew אֱלִישָׁע (ʾĔlîšāʿ).
How popular is Elisha?
Since 1880, 14,366 girls and 15,668 boys in the U.S. have been named Elisha (48% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #373 in 1980. Its highest rank for boys was #255 in 1883. In 2025 it ranked #789 for boys, with 381 babies given the name.
Names similar to Elisha
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Sibling name ideas for Elisha
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Elisha FAQ
What does the name Elisha mean?
A male given name from Hebrew of biblical origin, in quiet use since the 17th century. A female given name, variant of Alicia. Borrowed from Biblical Hebrew אֱלִישָׁע (ʾĔlîšāʿ).
What is the origin of the name Elisha?
Elisha is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Elisha?
Since 1880, 14,366 girls and 15,668 boys in the U.S. have been named Elisha (48% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #373 in 1980. Its highest rank for boys was #255 in 1883. In 2025 it ranked #789 for boys, with 381 babies given the name.
Is Elisha a boy or girl name?
Elisha is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (14,366 girls and 15,668 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.