Elisa Berkowitz

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Elisa Berkowitz — my God is an oath
42K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Elisa Berkowitz 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 Berkowitz: Berkowitz is an Ashkenazic Jewish surname. Alternative spellings include Berkovitz, Berkovich, Berkowicz, Berkovits, Berkovic and Berkovici. Berkowicz is also a Polish surname. Bercovic / Bercović / Bercovici Dan Berkovitz, Commissioner of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Eyal Berkovitz (born 1972), Israeli footballer Jay R. Berkovitz, Professor of Judaic and Near Eastern Studies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst Philip B. 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: Berkowitz

Slavic

Berkowitz is an Ashkenazic Jewish surname. Alternative spellings include Berkovitz, Berkovich, Berkowicz, Berkovits, Berkovic and Berkovici. Berkowicz is also a Polish surname. Bercovic / Bercović / Bercovici Dan Berkovitz, Commissioner of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Eyal Berkovitz (born 1972), Israeli footballer Jay R. Berkovitz, Professor of Judaic and Near Eastern Studies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst Philip B.

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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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Numerology

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

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Berkowitz?
The surname Berkowitz originates from Slavic. Berkowitz is an Ashkenazic Jewish surname. Alternative spellings include Berkovitz, Berkovich, Berkowicz, Berkovits, Berkovic and Berkovici. Berkowicz is also a Polish surname. Bercovic / Bercović / Bercovici Dan Berkovitz, Commissioner of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Eyal Berkovitz (born 1972), Israeli footballer Jay R. Berkovitz, Professor of Judaic and Near Eastern Studies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst Philip B.
What are the origins of the name Elisa Berkowitz?
The name Elisa Berkowitz combines two different traditions: the first name Elisa has Greek roots, while the surname Berkowitz originates from Slavic.
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