Elysa
Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Elysa
The given name 'Elysa' is derived from the Hebrew name 'Elisa' or 'Elisha', meaning 'God is my salvation' or 'my God is salvation', and its linguistic root is in the Semitic languages.
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Etymology
The given name 'Elysa' is derived from the Hebrew name 'Elisa' or 'Elisha', meaning 'God is my salvation' or 'my God is salvation', and its linguistic root is in the Semitic languages. The name 'Elysa' is used in various cultures and religions, including Christianity and Judaism, with notable historical context in the biblical figure Elisha, a prophet in the Old Testament.
Elysa currently ranks #8,011 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2004.
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