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Elisheva

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Pronounced el-ih-SHEH-vuh /ˌɛl.ɪˈʃɛ.və/High

Meaning: my God is an oath, God is fullnessHigh

In 30 seconds: Elisheva is the original Hebrew form of Elizabeth meaning my God is an oath. The name of Aaron's wife in Exodus and the ancient root of one of history's most beloved names.
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Origin HighHebrew
Meaningmy God is an oath, God is fullness
U.S. rank (2024)#2386 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births76 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2020
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,361

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202019652024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Elisheva is from Hebrew El (God) + sheva (oath), meaning my God is an oath. She was the wife of Aaron (Moses' brother) in the Book of Exodus.

Elisheva is used in Jewish communities, especially in Israel and Orthodox Jewish families who prefer the authentic Hebrew form.

Did you know? From the Hebrew Elisheva came Greek Elisabet, Latin Elisabeth, and eventually Elizabeth — a chain of transformation producing one of the most widespread names in history.
Overall data confidence 95%
Brown, Driver, Briggs Hebrew Lexicon — reference for ElishevaBehind the Name: Elisheva — name etymology reference

Variations

ElizabethElishebaElishbaElisa

Nicknames

EliShevaLisa

Famous Bearers

  • ★Elisheva (Elisheba) (biblical)
    Wife of Aaron the High Priest and daughter of Amminadav in the Book of Exodus, mother of Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar and Ithamar.

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Frequently Asked

What does Elisheva mean?

Elisheva means my God is an oath, from Hebrew El (God) and sheva (oath/seven).

How do you pronounce Elisheva?

Elisheva is pronounced el-ih-SHEH-vuh (/ˌɛl.ɪˈʃɛ.və/), with four syllables.

Is Elisheva a girl's name?

Yes, Elisheva is an exclusively feminine name.

How popular is the name Elisheva?

Elisheva is used in Jewish communities, especially in Israel and among Orthodox Jewish families.