Elisha
Gender: Mostly Boy
Meaning: God is my salvation
Origin: Hebrew
Popularity: Ranked #789 in 2025 with 322 babies born.
History: A biblical prophet who succeeded Elijah, performing many miracles including healing Naaman's leprosy and multiplying food. The name has been used for both genders, with actress Elisha Cuthbert as a notable bearer.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Elisha? About 1 in 8,736 babies born in 2025 were named Elisha, or roughly 1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Elisha
What does the name Elisha mean?
Elisha means “God is my salvation” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Elisha?
Elisha has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “God is my salvation”.
How popular is Elisha?
Elisha ranked #788 in 2025 — given to 322 babies that year.
When was Elisha most popular?
Elisha peaked in 1980 with 624 babies registered that year.
Is Elisha a boy or girl name?
Elisha is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 52% of Elishas are boys and 48% are girls.
Is the name Elisha rising or falling in popularity?
Elisha has risen 1289 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #2077 in 2020 to #788 in 2025.
How long has Elisha been recorded?
Elisha appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.