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Elishua

ee-LYE-shoo-ah

Elishua is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Hebrew name meaning 'God is salvation'. A variant of Elisha.”, and peaked in popularity in 1995.

Letters7
Syllables4
OriginHebrew

What Elishua Means

Hebrew name meaning 'God is salvation'. A variant of Elisha.

The Story of Elishua

This name resonates with the ancient power of divine rescue, a steadfast promise carried forward.

Elishua, a Hebrew name echoing the strength of 'God is salvation,' stands as a resonant variant of Elisha. It carries a profound sense of divine protection and a deep historical connection to pronouncements of deliverance.

You wish for your son to possess an inner fortitude, a quiet confidence in overcoming life's challenges. Elishua is the name that speaks to this desire, a name that assures your child will find strength in divine support.

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Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Personality Traits

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Peak Year

#8 in 1995

Total Births

89

First Recorded

1995

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