girl name · Italian origin
Elisa
/ eh-LEE-zah /
Meaning
Elisa means God is my oath (Italian).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Italian
Pronunciation
eh-LEE-zah
Popularity
#458 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Elisa in the US, 1880–2025
Elisa first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2012, when 849 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 674.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Elisa mean?
Elisa is an Italian short form of Elisabetta, “God is my oath.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elisa mean?
Elisa means God is my oath. Elisa is an Italian short form of Elisabetta, “God is my oath.”
What is the origin of the name Elisa?
Elisa is of Italian origin.
How do you pronounce Elisa?
Elisa is pronounced “eh-LEE-zah.”
Is Elisa a boy or a girl name?
Elisa is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Elisa?
In 2025, Elisa ranked #458 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Elisa most popular?
Elisa was most popular in 2012, when about 849 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.