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Elysse

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Pronounced eh-LEESE /ɛˈliːs/Medium

Meaning: A modern spelling of Elyse/Elise, the French short form of Elisabeth ('God is my oath'). Routes are uncertain in this exact form, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A fresh spelling of Elise: Elysse ties to 'God is my oath' (said 'eh-LEESE'). Routes are uncertain, which we note.
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Origin LowEnglish, French
MeaningA modern spelling of Elyse/Elise, the French short form of Elisabeth ('God is my oath'). Routes are uncertain in this exact form, which we note.
U.S. rank (2024)#12512 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1987
Total births (all-time)≈ 768

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 198719532024

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Elysse re-spells Elyse/Elise, from Elisabeth ('God is my oath'). Routes are uncertain, which we note (said 'eh-LEESE'). Sleek and modern.

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. Rare, variant-style, and sleek.

Did you know? Elysse reads as a modern respelling of Elyse/Elise — the French short form of Elisabeth, 'God is my oath' — whose exact route is uncertain, which we note.
Overall data confidence 40%
References — Elysse — Spelling of Elyse/Elise; from Elisabeth; routes uncertain

Variations

EliseElyseEllyse

Nicknames

ElleLys

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Elysse mean?

Elysse is a spelling of Elyse/Elise, from Elisabeth ('God is my oath'). Routes are uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Elysse?

It's said eh-LEESE /ɛˈliːs/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Elysse a boy or girl name?

Elysse is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Elysse?

Elysse is a very rare spelling for girls in the U.S.

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