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Elysia

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Pronounced ih-LIHZ-ee-uh /ɪ.ˈlɪz.i.ə/Medium

Meaning: From the Greek/Latin Elysium (the Elysian Fields, the paradise of the blessed in classical mythology), conveying 'blissful' or 'heavenly'.Medium

In 30 seconds: Elysia comes from Elysium, the Elysian Fields of classical myth where the blessed were said to rest. It carries a 'blissful' or 'heavenly' sense drawn from that paradise.
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Origin MediumGreek, Latin
MeaningFrom the Greek/Latin Elysium (the Elysian Fields, the paradise of the blessed in classical mythology), conveying 'blissful' or 'heavenly'.
U.S. rank (2024)#1772 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births113 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2002
Total births (all-time)≈ 4,341

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200219572024

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

History & Origin

The name reaches back to the Greek and Latin Elysium, the mythological resting place of the virtuous and happy dead. From that idea Elysia takes its meaning of bliss and heavenly peace. It turns a place of legend into a soft, flowing feminine name.

The four gentle syllables give Elysia an airy, romantic sound that matches its paradise meaning. The Canadian actress Elysia Rotaru, known for the series Arrow, is one bearer.

Did you know? The meaning attached to Elysia is 'blissful, heavenly', drawn from the Elysian Fields of Greek myth, and that idyllic idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name - Elysia — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Famous Bearers

  • ★Elysia Rotaru (b. 1984)
    Canadian actress known for her role as Taiana Venediktov on the CW superhero series Arrow.

If you like Elysia…

Elyse— Shares Elysia's opening and the same soft, classical-sounding elegance.
Alyssa— Echoes Elysia's flowing 'lys' middle and gentle ending.
Elisa— A close-sounding name with the same airy vowels as Elysia.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Elysia mean?

Elysia means 'blissful, heavenly'. It comes from Elysium and the Elysian Fields of Greek tradition.

How do you pronounce Elysia?

It's commonly said ih-LIHZ-ee-uh /ɪ.ˈlɪz.i.ə/.

Is Elysia a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Elysia is used as a girl name.

How popular is Elysia?

In 2024, Elysia ranked #1772 in the U.S. for girls, with 113 births recorded.