Elishua

OriginVariant of Alicia or Hebrew

Meaning"God is my salvation"

GenderBoy & girl

US rank · girlsUnranked

Below 5 births

US rank · boysUnranked

Below 5 births

About Elishua

Elishua is a feminine name with Hebrew origins, related to names like Elisha and Elisabeth. It likely combines elements meaning 'God' (Eli) and 'salvation' or 'wealth' (shua), creating a meaning along the lines of 'God is my salvation' or 'God is wealth.' Elishua appears in biblical contexts, though it remains quite rare in modern usage. The name carries spiritual significance while offering a distinctive alternative to more common biblical names. Its flowing sound and meaningful etymology might appeal to parents seeking a name with religious roots but uncommon status. Elishua has a gentle, melodic quality with its soft vowel sounds and feminine ending, making it an elegant yet uncommon choice.

Elishua for boys

Elishua is a masculine name with biblical connections, though it remains quite rare in contemporary usage. It appears to be a variant of Elisha, which comes from Hebrew and means 'God is my salvation' or 'God is salvation.' The spelling with 'ua' instead of 'a' gives it a distinctive quality while maintaining its biblical roots. In scripture, Elisha was a prophet and successor to Elijah. This uncommon variation might appeal to parents seeking a biblical name with a unique twist. While extremely rare in naming records, Elishua carries the gravitas of its biblical heritage combined with the appeal of uniqueness. The name's cross-cultural potential and spiritual significance may attract parents from various religious backgrounds.

Pronounced eh-LISH-oo-uh.

As of October 2026, Elishua ranked #12677 in US births in 2021 SSA, peaked at #6570 in 1995.