Elisée

Italian and Spanish variation of Elisha

"God is my salvation"

Elisée Origin and Meaning

The name Elisée is a boy's name of French origin.

Elisée is a masculine name of French origin, derived from the biblical name Elisha (Hebrew: Elisha or Elishah), meaning 'God is salvation' or 'God is my oath.' This elegant French variation maintains the spiritual significance of its Hebrew roots while adding distinctive Gallic charm through its spelling and pronunciation. Particularly used in France, Quebec, and other Francophone regions, Elisée carries both religious heritage and cultural sophistication. The name appears in the Bible as the prophet who succeeded Elijah, giving it historical depth and spiritual associations. With its melodious sound and refined ending, Elisée offers a less common alternative to related names like Elias or Elijah while maintaining similar meaningful connections to faith traditions.