“God's promise” — Associated with grace and beauty
English origin · Girl name
♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls
#8615US 2023
12Births / yr
↓Falling
1.5kAll-time births
📅 Since 195000
How to pronounce Elysa
EE·leye·SAH
/ˈiː.laɪ.ˈsɑ/ · stress on EE · 3 syllables
“God's promise”
Associated with grace and beauty · English origin
What does Elysa mean and where does it come from?
Elysa is a variation of Elise which has roots in French and Hebrew, stemming from the name Elizabeth. It has gained popularity in various English-speaking countries as well. The name is often associated with grace and beauty, and it shares the connotation of divine promise. It has seen a steady rise
Cultural significance
Elysa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god's promise.
Peak popularity
Reached #2646 in 1986 — currently #8615 in the US.
Falling — down 446 spots — currently #8615 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1950–2023#8615 · Top 6.4%
1965
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2023
Year
US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2023
#8615
12
▼ down 446 · -8% births
2022
#8169
13
▼ down 804 · -13% births
2021
#7365
15
▲ up 619 · +15% births
2020
#7984
13
▼ down 1510 · -32% births
2015
#6474
19
▼ down 1013 · -24% births
2010
#5461
25
▼ down 1626 · -34% births
2005
#3835
38
▲ up 78 · +19% births
2000
#3913
32
▼ down 469
1995
#3444
32
▲ up 214 · +10% births
1990
#3658
29
▲ up 877 · +71% births
1985
#4535
17
▲ up 821 · +31% births
1980
#5356
13
▲ up 2977 · +117% births
1975
#8333
6
▼ down 3690 · -50% births
1970
#4643
12
▼ down 755
1965
#3888
12
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Elysa
1955Rank #3373
38
#5455
↘Falling
1950 - 202318 years
The story of Elysa
Elysa entered American naming records in 1950 and has been in use for over 74 years. With 1,460 total births recorded, Elysa remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5262 in 1950, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8615 in 2023.
Elysa means "God's promise" — a name rooted in English 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 Elysa?
Elysa is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Elysa have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Elysa?
Elysa originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Elysa?
Elysa is a three-syllable name pronounced IY1 L AY0 S AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Elysa?
Elysa pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Sibling names that pair with Elysa
For a sister
Elysa & Bryson♡
Elysa & Bailey♡
Elysa & Molly♡
Elysa & Kimberly♡
For a brother
Elysa & Angel♡
Elysa & Christian♡
Elysa & Bryson♡
Elysa & Bailey♡
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