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At a Glance
- Meaning
- God is my salvation
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ih-LY-shah
Elisha is a Hebrew boy's name meaning "God is my salvation," pronounced ih-LY-shah. It has a timeless, classic feel with a worldly touch, familiar without being everywhere.
Meaning & Origin of Elisha
Meaning: God is my salvation.
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Elisha
ih-LY-shahIPA /ɪˈlaɪʃə/
Popularity of Elisha
Elisha ranked #847 in the U.S. in 2024, with 284 babies given the name. Its peak came much earlier, at #255 in 1883, when 42 babies were named Elisha.
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FAQ
What does the name Elisha mean?
God is my salvation. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Elisha?
Elisha is pronounced ih-LY-shah (IPA: /ɪˈlaɪʃə/).
Is Elisha a popular name right now?
Elisha peaked at #255 in 1883 and is ranked #847 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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