Elisha

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Elisha is a name that has a deep spiritual meaning, translating to "God is my salvation" or "God helps." It symbolizes faith, strength, and hope.
Scripts(How to write)
In Hebrew, Elisha is written as אֱלִישָׁע.
אֱלִישַׁע(Ancient Hebrew)
Pronunciation
The pronunciation of Elisha is ih-LYE-shah for girls and ih-LYE-shuh for boys.
i-LIE-shə(English)
Popularity
The name Elisha is not among the most popular names in the world, but it is gaining popularity in many countries. It was ranked #743 for boys and #887 for girls in the United States in 2020.

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Elisha Name meanings & History

The name Elisha has Hebrew roots and it means "my God is salvation.". Elisha is a name that has a deep spiritual meaning, translating to "God is my salvation" or "God helps." It symbolizes faith, strength, and hope. From the Hebrew name אֱלִישַׁע ('Elisha'), a contracted form of אֱלִישׁוּעַ ('Elishu'a) meaning "my God is salvation". According to the Old Testament, Elisha was a prophet and miracle worker. He was the attendant of Elijah and succeeded him after his ascension to heaven. Elisha is a versatile name that can be used for both boys and girls. It is a great choice for parents who are seeking a meaningful, unique name that has a deep spiritual significance. Elisha is a name that has been used for many generations and has a timeless quality.

Zodiac Sign of Elisha: Expressive Gemini

Synonyms of Elisha:

E: Expressive,Enliven,Enlighten,Environment,Entertain,Exaggerate

L: Liaison,Lazy,Luscious,Legal,Languid,Lovely,Lover

I: Involved,Indulgence,Intimate

S: Status,Sex,Success,Sensuality,Social Standing,Solidity,Security

H: Hope,Hobnobbing,Hyper,Heart's Desire,Haggle

A: Argumentative,Aggressive,Ambitious,Action,Assertive,Angry

Elisha is:

  • a Class name
  • a Classic name
  • a Formal name
  • a Natural name
  • a Refined name
  • a Serious name
  • a Strange name
  • a Strong name
  • a Upper name
  • a Wholesome name

Famous People

Some famous people with the name Elisha include Elisha Cuthbert, a Canadian actress, and Elisha Otis, an American inventor who is credited with inventing the modern elevator.

2.) Elisha (Unisex)

Usage: Hebrew

Meanings: Powerful

Other Forms: Aleesha, Aleisha, Alesha, Alicia, Alicja, Aliesha, Alisha, Alysha, Eleisha, Elisher


3.) Elisha (Female)

Usage: English

Meanings: The name Elisha means "God is salvation"

Pronunciation: ih-LEE-shuh for boys, ih-LYE-shuh for girls
ə-LEE-shə,
ə-LISH-ə


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Description: Elisha is of Hebrew origin. The name Elisha means "God is salvation". Variant of Alicia, the spelling possibly based on Elisa (see also Elicia). Elisha is used as both a first name and a last name. It is a popular choice for parents who are looking for a biblical name that is not too common.

Famous People

Some famous people with the name Elisha include Elisha Cuthbert, a Canadian actress, and Elisha Otis, an inventor who founded the Otis Elevator Company.

4.) Elisha (Male)

Usage: Hebrew

Meanings: (Hebrew) God is my salvation. Bible: a Hebrew prophet, successor to Elijah. See also Eli,Elijah.

Other Forms: Elijsha, Elish, Elishah, Elisher, Elishia, Elishua, Elysha, Lisha


5.) ELISHA (Male)

Usage:

Meanings: Derived from the Hebrew elisha‘ (God is salvation). The name was borne by the disciple and successor of Elijah. (EE-LI-SHA)


6.) Elisha (Female)

Usage: Greek

Meanings: (Greek) God-loving

Other Forms: Eleasha, Elicia, Eliesha, Ellie, Lisha


7.) ELISHA (Male)

Usage: Biblical

Meanings: Derived from the Hebrew elisha‘ (God is salvation). The name was borne by the disciple and successor of Elijah. (1 KINGS) (EE-LI-SHA)


8.) Elisha (Female)

Usage:

Meanings: (Hebrew) consecrated to God. (Greek) a form of Alisha. See also Ilisha,Lisha.

Other Forms: Eleacia, Eleasha, Eleesha, Eleeshia, Eleisha, Eleticia, Elishah, Elishia, Elishiah, Elishua, Eliska, Ellisha, Ellishah, Ellishia, Ellishiah, Elsha


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