Holding steady, #8,362 for girls today.
Popularity of Elaiza since 1999
Babies named Elaiza per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 44 |
| 2010s | 55 |
| 2020s | 47 |
Meaning & origin
Elaiza first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1999, and its usage has remained relatively stable since then. As of the latest data from 2025, it ranks 8,362 with about 1 in 133,939 baby girls receiving the name. The name has not yet appeared in any top state rankings, reflecting its modest but steady presence. Its peak year was 2025, suggesting a slight upward trend. The spelling likely draws from the popular suffix '-aiza' seen in names like Alayza, combined with the classic Eliza. Parents may choose Elaiza for its soft sound and connection to the enduring Elizabeth lineage.
Elaiza is a modern respelling of Eliza, which originated as a diminutive of Elizabeth. Elizabeth derives from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath' or 'God is abundance'. The spelling variant with 'ai' emerged in the late 20th century, likely influenced by similar fashionable names like Elaina or Alayna.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ela, Layza, Eli
Sibling names for Elaiza
Names that share Elaiza's style, for a brother or sister.
