Elisha
Colors Related to this Name: Red
Qualities Related to this Name: Compassionate, Idealistic
Popularity: This is a very popular name in the US. Ranking #693 in 2013 and #739 in 2014.
Meaning
In English
Origin: Hebrew אֱלִישָׁע (Elisha', literally “God is salvation”).
Meaning(s):
-A prophet, a disciple and successor of Elijah.
-( female name -comes from the Hebrew language-) in occasional use, apparently confused with Elizabeth or Alicia.
-( male name -comes from the Hebrew language-) of biblical origin, in quiet use since the 17th century.