Elisa Bodnar

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Elisa Bodnar — my God is an oath
42K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Elisa Bodnar 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 Bodnar: Adam Bodnar (born 1977), Polish lawyer, educator, human rights activist and politician Alexandru Bodnar (born 1990), Romanian archer András Bodnár (born 1942), Hungarian water polo player and freestyle swimmer Andrew Bodnar (1954–2026), English bass guitarist Gizella Bodnár (1926–2019), Hungarian criminal Gus Bodnar (1923–2005), Canadian ice hockey player Jana Bodnárová (born 1950), Slovak writer Janet Bodnar, American journalist Lajos Bodnar, Hungarian sprint canoeist László Bodnár (born 1979), Hungarian footballer Leslie Bodnar (1916–2014), American surgeon Lisa Bodnar, American nutritional . 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: Bodnar

Slavic

Adam Bodnar (born 1977), Polish lawyer, educator, human rights activist and politician Alexandru Bodnar (born 1990), Romanian archer András Bodnár (born 1942), Hungarian water polo player and freestyle swimmer Andrew Bodnar (1954–2026), English bass guitarist Gizella Bodnár (1926–2019), Hungarian criminal Gus Bodnar (1923–2005), Canadian ice hockey player Jana Bodnárová (born 1950), Slovak writer Janet Bodnar, American journalist Lajos Bodnar, Hungarian sprint canoeist László Bodnár (born 1979), Hungarian footballer Leslie Bodnar (1916–2014), American surgeon Lisa Bodnar, American nutritional .

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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 Bodnar

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 Bodnar:

1
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Bodnar?
The surname Bodnar originates from Slavic. Adam Bodnar (born 1977), Polish lawyer, educator, human rights activist and politician Alexandru Bodnar (born 1990), Romanian archer András Bodnár (born 1942), Hungarian water polo player and freestyle swimmer Andrew Bodnar (1954–2026), English bass guitarist Gizella Bodnár (1926–2019), Hungarian criminal Gus Bodnar (1923–2005), Canadian ice hockey player Jana Bodnárová (born 1950), Slovak writer Janet Bodnar, American journalist Lajos Bodnar, Hungarian sprint canoeist László Bodnár (born 1979), Hungarian footballer Leslie Bodnar (1916–2014), American surgeon Lisa Bodnar, American nutritional .
What are the origins of the name Elisa Bodnar?
The name Elisa Bodnar combines two different traditions: the first name Elisa has Greek roots, while the surname Bodnar originates from Slavic.
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