Best Sibling Names for Elisha

Means "my princess" in Hebrew. In the Old Testament, this was Sarah's name before God changed it (see Genesis 17:15).

Means "YAHWEH answers" in Hebrew. This was the name of a minor character in the Old Testament.

Variant of ORPAH used in some translations of the Bible.

Victory

From the Hebrew name חַנָּה (Channah) meaning "favour" or "grace". In the Old Testament this is the name of the wife of Elkanah. Her rival was Elkanah's other wife Peninnah, who had children while Hannah remained barren.

Bitterness; sea of sorrow

princess

of Magdala

Perhaps intended to be a feminine form of SAMUEL, using the name suffix antha (possibly inspired by Greek ανθος (anthos) "flower").

Ash tree clearing

Dark-skinned or black.

From the name of the season, ultimately from Old English sumor. It has been in use as a given name since the 1970s.

Variant of BRIANA.

ash tree town; ash town

From the Greek name Αικατερινη (Aikaterine). The etymology is debated: it could derive from the earlier Greek name ‘Εκατερινη (Hekaterine), which came from ‘εκατερος (hekateros) "each of the two"; it could derive from th…

bailiff, steward

manly, brave

princess

From the English word for the climbing plant with fragrant flowers which is used for making perfumes. It is derived from Persian یاسمن (yasamen) (which is also a Persian name).

beloved

defender of mankind

wished-for child

from the meadow of the Royal Fortress

Form of ANNA.

Latinized form of SELENE. This name was borne by popular Mexican-American singer Selena Quintanilla (1971-1995), who was known simply as Selena.

little, dark one

Lord; A modern variation used as a feminine form of the male name Kyrie

Laurel tree or bay tree

Sea-born or sea-circle

From a surname which was originally taken from a Scottish place name meaning "meadow dwelling". A city in Texas bears this name, probably in honour of American Vice President George Mifflin Dallas.

From the Hebrew name רָחֵל (Rachel) meaning "ewe". In the Old Testament this is the name of the favourite wife of Jacob and the mother of Joseph and Benjamin. She was the younger sister of Jacob's first wife Leah....

messenger

to cut or to tailor

lion of God

Means "dove" in Hebrew. This was the oldest of the three daughters of Job in the Old Testament. As an English name, Jemima first became common during the Puritan era.

heavenly

A beloved name with deep roots

Expectation or desire for a certain thing to happen

Invented by author Jonathan Swift for his poem 'Cadenus and Vanessa' (1726). He arrived at it by rearranging the initial syllables of the first name and surname of Esther Vanhomrigh, his close friend.

Wide meadow

Exalted, noble

to bind

Brave in battle

crown

Victory of the people

queen

Variant of ALICIA. The spelling has probably been influenced by that of the alyssum flower, the name of which is derived from Greek α (a), a negative prefix, combined with λυσσα (lyssa) "madness, rabies", since it was be…

Rocky place

English and Polish form of Latin Iohanna, which was derived from Greek Ιωαννα (Ioanna), the feminine form of Ioannes (see JOHN).

Laurel

noble, kind

Means "crown" in Hebrew. She was a minor Old Testament character, the wife of Jerahmeel.

alive

From the name of the bird, ultimately from Old English hræfn. The raven is revered by several Native American groups of the west coast. It is also associated with the Norse god Odin.

laurel

from France; free one

serene, calm

alive, living

Mary's bitterness or wished-for child

from the river Severn

Who is like God?

defender of mankind

From the English word meaning "sunny, cheerful".

Honeybee

she who brings victory

lioness of God

unfortunate

Medieval Spanish form of CARMEL influenced by the Latin word carmen "song". This was the name of the main character in George Bizet's opera 'Carmen' (1875).

Scottish Gaelic

noble

a diminutive form of Nicole, meaning 'victory of the people'

French form of MAGDALENE.

From the Greek name Αλεξις (Alexis), which meant "helper" or "defender", derived from Greek αλεξω (alexo) "to defend, to help". This was the name of a 3rd-century BC Greek comic poet, and also of several saints.

The name is derived from the holly tree, symbolizing protection and peace.

Noël is derived from the word for 'Christmas'.

Happiness, delight

Beautiful

A variation of 'Casey' meaning brave in battle

Lingala

white

Crown, garland

Feminine form of BRIAN. This name was used by Edmund Spenser in 'The Faerie Queene' (1590). The name was not commonly used until the 1970s, when it rapidly became popular in the United States.

noble

reborn

Faith

Worthy of love

French feminine form of DANIEL. It has been commonly used in the English-speaking world only since the 20th century.

A modern feminine variation of Cameron, meaning ‘crooked nose’.

From an Irish surname which was derived from Ó Caiside meaning "descendant of CAISIDE".

One who is charming and pleasant; A combination name representing 'A' and 'Misha'

Loved, beloved

Old Norse

God is gracious

God's promise

Kyshana is a modern invented name, possibly derived from combinations of similar-sounding names like Kiana, implying 'God is gracious' or 'pure'.

Land; territory

A variant of the name Roxane, meaning 'bright' or 'dawn'.

A modern, possibly invented name with no clear historical meaning.

African American Vernacular English

A variant of Sherry, derived from the Spanish word 'jerez', referring to sherry wine.

From the -shawn family of names

Modern English

A name that can mean 'shining child' or 'child of praise', depending on the characters used.

Derived from a place name, possibly related to the Old French for 'a valley'.

He will be gracious

eagle

A variant of the name 'Chastity,' referring to purity and innocence.

derived from the name Delicia, meaning delight or pleasure

A modern variant of the name Deja, often associated with the meaning 'already seen'.

brave with a spear

a modern blend of Jessica, which means 'to behold' or 'wealthy'.

Dark-haired

Variant of Kendra, meaning 'the knowing one'.

Christian, follower of Christ

unique, original

derived from the name 'Lana', which signifies light or illumination

An invented name, likely derived from combining elements of 'Monte' and 'Ava,' symbolizing lofty aspirations.

This name was first used in this spelling by William Shakespeare for a character in his comedy 'Twelfth Night' (1602).

bright fame

African American Vernacular English

manifestation of God

A modern coinage, possibly a variation of 'Tracy'.

to bloom

Derived from 'Zan', meaning 'God'

Variant of CHARISSA.

A blend of Chris and Sandra, commonly interpreted as 'bearer of Christ' or 'helper of humanity'

follower of Christ

Victorious

Pure

A variant of the male name Kiff

Pure or chaste; a variant of the name Kathleen.

A form of Christina, meaning ‘follower of Christ’.

derived from awakening or rebirth

Derived from the name ‘Nikita,’ meaning ‘unconquered’ or ‘victorious’.

Light; brightness

beloved

lock of hair

A name with diverse cultural significance

From a fictional perspective, possibly inspired by tendencies or nurturing qualities.

free man

moonlight

A blend of Carla and Lisa, meaning 'free woman' and 'God's promise' respectively.

Derived from the name Charlie, meaning 'free man'.

Created name, possibly derived from 'Day' combined with elements resembling 'Asia'

happy; fortunate

Short form of 'Courtney', meaning 'from the court.'

Pure

a modern name variation that may be inspired by the name 'Lakeisha'

pleasant to the taste or smell; delightful

gift of God

Revelation

A beloved name with deep roots

A small, decorative illustration or picture.

Adeva means 'bringer of magnificence' or 'goddess'.

Variant of AMALIA, though it is sometimes confused with EMILIA, which has a different origin.

from Britain

noble or strong

A young woman, a maiden; derived from the Spanish 'chalan,' which denotes a young man.

Pure.

lovely, intelligent

Rebirth

Rising, dawn

rich, powerful

joyful song

An unexpected gift

goddess of learning

thankful, grateful

One who is strong

beloved, cherished

unknown

precious, dear

Father

a place of the brave

A variant of Cherise, meaning 'darling' or 'beloved'

Derived from the name Candace, meaning 'queen mother'

foresight, to behold

Light of the lake

a combination of María and Teresa

Inspirational or a leader.

A blend of 'Rose' and 'Alexandra'.

the furrow

a flower or plant

A variant of the name 'Satarah', often interpreted as a form of 'star'.

wisdom

Possibly a variation of Talina, meaning 'dew from heaven'

Created name, possibly derived from 'Tiana' meaning 'fairy queen' in Latin or 'goddess' in various interpretations

Strong, valiant.

stranger

A variant of Shantae; the stone or the warrior

God is my judge; the female version of Daniel

variation of the name Dena

A modern variation on Desire, conveying strong emotions.

delight

girl midget

A unique and individualistic spirit.

little lady

Scandinavian, Dutch and German diminutive of MARIA. It coincides with the Italian word mia meaning "mine".

of Mars, warrior

ewe; little lamb

A compound name, combining 'Shawn' with 'dale', meaning 'valley'.