Holding steady.
Popularity of Elishia since 1959
Babies named Elishia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 7 |
| 1960s | 31 |
| 1970s | 138 |
| 1980s | 252 |
| 1990s | 118 |
| 2000s | 41 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Elishia is a rare modern English name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1959. It saw its highest usage in 1981, but even then remained uncommon. The name has followed a generally stable trajectory, with very few babies receiving it each year, and has never reached the Top 1000. As of 2025, its rarity continues. Elishia likely originated as a creative spelling variant of the more established names Alicia or Elisha, combining familiar sounds with a distinctive letter. The name has no strong regional concentration, with top states spread broadly across the country. Parents choosing Elishia today may appreciate its soft, feminine sound and its relative uniqueness.
Elishia is a modern English variant of Alicia or Elisha. Alicia derives from the Germanic name Adalheidis, meaning "noble," while Elisha is a Hebrew name meaning "God is salvation." The spelling with an 'i' likely emerged in the mid-20th century as a fashionable respelling, particularly in the United States. It remains relatively rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eli, Lish, Lee
Sibling names for Elishia
Names that share Elishia's style, for a brother or sister.
