Elisha: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ehl-eesh-ah
Origin: Israel
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: God is my salvation

Elisha is a girl's name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is my salvation. Elisha, " It is derived from the Hebrew name 'Eliyahu'or 'Elijah, 'which means 'My God is Yahweh. 'The name Elisha has been significant throughout history, particularly in the Old Testament, where it is associated with a prophet and miracle worker who succeeded Elijah. Elisha, Over time, the name has evolved in popularity, with its usage influenced by biblical and cultural traditions. Elisha it is traditionally pronounced 'ee-LIE-shah'and has variants such as Eli, and Eliseo. The name Elisha is important because it symbolizes salvation, and divine intervention, making it a powerful and meaningful choice for parents. Elisha is a strong and confident name, celebrated for its boldness and resilience, making it ideal for individuals with a dynamic spirit.

Elisha Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Elisha is currently #2557 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Elisha is currently #1415 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Elisha is currently #1318 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Elisha is currently #728 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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