Elese

“Variation of Elise or Alicia, meaning 'God is my oath'.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#554US 2023

1.6kBirths / yr

→Stable

511All-time births

📅 Since 190800

What does Elese mean and where does it come from?

Elese is a modern variation of the names Elise or Alicia, which have French and Hebrew origins, respectively. The name has seen some contemporary usage in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century as parents look for unique alternatives to traditional names.

Cultural significance

Elese has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of variation of elise or alicia, meaning 'god is my oath'..

Peak popularity

Reached #1872 in 1918 — currently #554 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Elese?

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

Elese Grace

How popular is Elese right now?

Holding steady — currently #554 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1910–2023#554 · Top 0.41%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#554	1,646	▲ up 5 · +1% births
2022	#559	1,626	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021	#564	1,596	▲ up 11322 · +19850% births
2015	#11886	8	▼ down 2665 · -20% births
2000	#9221	10	▲ up 2665 · +67% births
1995	#11886	6	▲ up 1222 · +20% births
1990	#13108	5	▼ down 2277
1985	#10831	5	▼ down 5530 · -29% births
1960	#5301	7	▼ down 543 · +40% births
1930	#4758	5	▼ down 2194 · -64% births
1925	#2564	14	▲ up 1582 · +100% births
1920	#4146	7	▼ down 534
1915	#3612	7	▼ down 931 · +40% births
1910	#2681	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Elese

Best Year2023Rank #554

Peak Count1,646

Average Rank#5834

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1910 - 202314 years

The story of Elese

Elese entered American naming records in 1908 and has been in use for over 116 years. With 511 total births recorded, Elese remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #2681 in 1910 to #554 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Elese in 1918:

Mary Helen Dorothy Margaret Ruth

Elese by decade

Elese peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1900s	12
1910s	85
1920s ★	106
1930s	39
1940s	42
1950s	25
1960s	12
1970s	5
1980s	41
1990s	74
2000s	57
2010s	13

💎Elese has only 511 total recorded births since 1908 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Elese?

Common

EleElElieEly

What names sound and feel like Elese?

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

English · God's promise

Eleise

English · Derived from the

Alese

American · A variant of

Celese

USA · English

Genese

American · Origin, birth

Common questions about the name Elese

What does the name Elese mean?

Elese means "Variation of Elise or Alicia, 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 Elese?

Elese is currently ranked #554 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 Elese?

Elese 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 are good nicknames for Elese?

Elese naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.

What personality traits are associated with the name Elese?

Studies on name perception suggest that Elese is often associated with balance and approachability. Of course, personality is shaped by experience, not a name — but the perception can influence first impressions throughout life.