Elysse

“Elysse is primarily a French name that has gained popularity in English-speaking countries due to its melodic sound” — Embodies the elegance of traditional names while also being

France origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#9163US 2023

11Births / yr

↑Rising

729All-time births

📅 Since 195300

What does Elysse mean and where does it come from?

Elysse is primarily a French name that has gained popularity in English-speaking countries due to its melodic sound. It embodies the elegance of traditional names while also being unique. One notable figure is Elysse C. Smith, a notable poet.

Cultural significance

Elysse has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of french.

Peak popularity

Reached #2811 in 1987 — currently #9163 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Elysse?

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

Elysse Grace

How popular is Elysse right now?

Rising fast — up 1455 spots — currently #9163 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1965–2023#9163 · Top 6.8%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9163	11	▲ up 1455 · +22% births
2022	#10618	9	▼ down 1997 · -25% births
2021	#8621	12	▲ up 981 · +20% births
2020	#9602	10	▼ down 1071 · -23% births
2015	#8531	13	▼ down 3392 · -52% births
2010	#5139	27	▲ up 1751 · +59% births
2005	#6890	17	▼ down 2567 · -39% births
2000	#4323	28	▲ up 574 · +40% births
1995	#4897	20	▼ down 954 · -23% births
1990	#3943	26	▲ up 1247 · +86% births
1985	#5190	14	▲ up 1063 · +133% births
1965	#6253	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Elysse

Best Year1990Rank #3943

Peak Count28

Average Rank#6931

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1965 - 202312 years

The story of Elysse

Elysse entered American naming records in 1953 and has been in use for over 71 years. With 729 total births recorded, Elysse remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6253 in 1965, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #9163 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Elysse in 1987:

Jessica Ashley Amanda Jennifer Sarah

Elysse by decade

Elysse peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1950s	6
1960s	6
1980s	151
1990s	185
2000s ★	208
2010s	163
2020s	10

💎Elysse has only 729 total recorded births since 1953 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Elysse?

Common

Ely

What names sound and feel like Elysse?

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

Elyse

English · noble

Elisse

American · Variant of Elise,

Ellysse

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Eloise

France · healthy, wide

Ellesse

France · French

Eloyse

France · derived from 'Héloïse,'

Alysse

Latin · Latin

Elysee

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Elysse

What does the name Elysse mean?

Elysse means "French" — a name rooted in France 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 Elysse?

Elysse is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Elysse have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Elysse?

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

Is Elysse trending right now?

Elysse is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Elysse a common or rare name?

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