Elish

Elish is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It can be derived from Hebrew, functioning as a short form of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath.' Alternatively, it may have Irish origins, where it's related to the name Eilish or Ailish, variants of Alice meaning 'noble' or 'exalted.' In some traditions, it may connect to the ancient Mesopotamian hero Gilgamesh, as 'Elish' appears in the epic's full title. The name has a gentle, melodic quality with its soft consonants and short length. While not widely common, Elish offers a distinctive alternative to more familiar names while maintaining cultural connections.

Elish is also given to boys.

Pronounced EL-ish.

As of October 2026, Elish ranked #4326 in US births in 1928 SSA.