Elisa Bains

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Elisa Bains — my God is an oath
42K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Elisa Bains is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Elisa is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Elisa is a feminine and masculine (though not as common) given name. It is of Phoenician origin. According to legend, the first queen of Carthage was Elissa (also known as Dido). Another opinion is that it is a shortened form of Elisabeth, a variant of the Biblical name Elizabeth or that it is a shortened version of Elisha or Eliseus. In the Greek (Septuagint) version of the Book of Genesis, Elisa is listed as one of the grandsons of Noah born after the flood. Closely related names include Elissa, Eliza, Lisa, Elsa, Elisha, and the French form Élise. The surname Bains: Bains, Haute-Loire, a commune in France Bains, Louisiana, US, an unincorporated area in West Feliciana Parish Arshdeep Bains, (born 2001), Indian-Canadian ice hockey player Harry Bains, Indian-Canadian politician, Minister of Labour of British Columbia Peter Bance, British Sikh Historian Harjot Singh Bains (born 1990), Indian politician and Minister in Punjab Government Jasmeet Bains, Indian-American politician Naiktha Bains (born 1997), Australian-British tennis player Parm Bains, Indian-Canadian politician, MP for Richmond East—Steveston Navdeep Bains (born 1977), Indian-Canadian politician. Elisa is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 42K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Elisa reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Elisa

Meaning: my God is an oath

Greek

Elisa is a feminine and masculine (though not as common) given name. It is of Phoenician origin. According to legend, the first queen of Carthage was Elissa (also known as Dido). Another opinion is that it is a shortened form of Elisabeth, a variant of the Biblical name Elizabeth or that it is a shortened version of Elisha or Eliseus. In the Greek (Septuagint) version of the Book of Genesis, Elisa is listed as one of the grandsons of Noah born after the flood. Closely related names include Elissa, Eliza, Lisa, Elsa, Elisha, and the French form Élise.

Surname: Bains

Vietnamese

Bains, Haute-Loire, a commune in France Bains, Louisiana, US, an unincorporated area in West Feliciana Parish Arshdeep Bains, (born 2001), Indian-Canadian ice hockey player Harry Bains, Indian-Canadian politician, Minister of Labour of British Columbia Peter Bance, British Sikh Historian Harjot Singh Bains (born 1990), Indian politician and Minister in Punjab Government Jasmeet Bains, Indian-American politician Naiktha Bains (born 1997), Australian-British tennis player Parm Bains, Indian-Canadian politician, MP for Richmond East—Steveston Navdeep Bains (born 1977), Indian-Canadian politician.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Elisa is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Elisa by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Elisa Bains

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Elisa Bains:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Elisa?
The first name Elisa originates from Greek. Elisa is a feminine and masculine (though not as common) given name. It is of Phoenician origin. According to legend, the first queen of Carthage was Elissa (also known as Dido). Another opinion is that it is a shortened form of Elisabeth, a variant of the Biblical name Elizabeth or that it is a shortened version of Elisha or Eliseus. In the Greek (Septuagint) version of the Book of Genesis, Elisa is listed as one of the grandsons of Noah born after the flood. Closely related names include Elissa, Eliza, Lisa, Elsa, Elisha, and the French form Élise.
When was Elisa most popular?
The name Elisa reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bains?
The surname Bains originates from Vietnamese. Bains, Haute-Loire, a commune in France Bains, Louisiana, US, an unincorporated area in West Feliciana Parish Arshdeep Bains, (born 2001), Indian-Canadian ice hockey player Harry Bains, Indian-Canadian politician, Minister of Labour of British Columbia Peter Bance, British Sikh Historian Harjot Singh Bains (born 1990), Indian politician and Minister in Punjab Government Jasmeet Bains, Indian-American politician Naiktha Bains (born 1997), Australian-British tennis player Parm Bains, Indian-Canadian politician, MP for Richmond East—Steveston Navdeep Bains (born 1977), Indian-Canadian politician.
What are the origins of the name Elisa Bains?
The name Elisa Bains combines two different traditions: the first name Elisa has Greek roots, while the surname Bains originates from Vietnamese.
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