Elyse
Elyse: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Elyse
- A female given name from French.
Etymology
A rare spelling variant of Elise. By folk etymology, connected to Elysium.
How popular is Elyse?
Since 1880, 21,245 girls and 19 boys in the U.S. have been named Elyse (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #305 in 1987. Its highest rank for boys was #5961 in 1988. In 2025 it ranked #918 for girls, with 286 babies given the name.
Names similar to Elyse
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Sibling name ideas for Elyse
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Elyse FAQ
What does the name Elyse mean?
A female given name from French. A rare spelling variant of Elise. By folk etymology, connected to Elysium.
What is the origin of the name Elyse?
Elyse is listed as a name of French origin.
How popular is the name Elyse?
Since 1880, 21,245 girls and 19 boys in the U.S. have been named Elyse (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #305 in 1987. Its highest rank for boys was #5961 in 1988. In 2025 it ranked #918 for girls, with 286 babies given the name.
Is Elyse a boy or girl name?
Elyse is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 21,245 girls and 19 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.