Elisha

Boy's name

Elisha is a Hebrew name derived from the word "Elisha," meaning "God is salvation." It has roots in the Old Testament.

Meaning God is my salvation
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 284
Peak year 2008

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Elisha Otis - Inventor of the modern elevator.
  • Elisha Cook Jr. - Actor known for film noir roles.
  • Elisha Cuthbert - Actress known for "24" and "The Girl Next Door."
  • Elisha Gray - Co-inventor of the telephone.
  • Elisha Hunt Rhodes - Union soldier in the American Civil War.
  • Elisha Graves Otis - Founder of Otis Elevator Company.
  • Elisha Scott - Legendary Liverpool FC goalkeeper.
  • Elisha Cook Sr. - Actor known for character roles in films.
  • Elisha Nelson Manning - NFL quarterback, two-time Super Bowl champion.
  • Elisha Cook - American politician and lawyer.

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