Elesa

“Derived from 'Elisa,' a variation of 'Elizabeth,' meaning 'God is my oath'”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1285US 2023

915Births / yr

→Stable

216All-time births

📅 Since 194700

What does Elesa mean and where does it come from?

Elesa is a modern variation of the name Elisa, which in turn is derived from Elizabeth. Its roots lead back to Hebrew origins, where 'El' signifies God and 'Shaba' means 'to swear, to take an oath.' The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the U.S. Its usage has

Cultural significance

Elesa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from 'elisa,' a variation of 'elizabeth,' meaning 'god is my oath'.

Peak popularity

Reached #3434 in 1963 — currently #1285 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Elesa?

Elesa works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Elesa Grace

How popular is Elesa right now?

Holding steady — currently #1285 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1950–2023#1285 · Top 0.95%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1285	915	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1290	895	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1295	865	▲ up 10754 · +14317% births
1995	#12049	6	▼ down 5050 · +20% births
1965	#6999	5	▼ down 3355 · -62% births
1960	#3644	13	▲ up 2783 · +160% births
1955	#6427	5	▼ down 1219 · -17% births
1950	#5208	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Elesa

Best Year2023Rank #1285

Peak Count915

Average Rank#4775

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1950 - 20238 years

The story of Elesa

Elesa entered American naming records in 1947 and has been in use for over 77 years. With 216 total births recorded, Elesa remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5208 in 1950 to #1285 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Elesa in 1963:

Lisa Mary Susan Karen Linda

Elesa by decade

Elesa peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	8
1950s	46
1960s ★	81
1970s	34
1980s	11
1990s	13
2000s	18
2010s	5

💎Elesa has only 216 total recorded births since 1947 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Elesa?

Common

EleElElieEly

What names sound and feel like Elesa?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Elesa also consider these

Elessa

American · Derived from the

Eleta

American · The name can

Eleesa

English · light

Delesa

American · Possibly derived from

Melesa

American · Servant of God

Alesa

American · Italian

Enesa

Bosnia and Herzegovina · the one who

Lesa

American · Derived form of

Common questions about the name Elesa

What does the name Elesa mean?

Elesa means "Derived from 'Elisa,' a variation of 'Elizabeth,' meaning 'God is my oath'" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Elesa?

Elesa is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Elesa?

Elesa originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Elesa?

Elesa pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Elesa a common or rare name?

Elesa is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.