Elisa Larocque

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Elisa Larocque — my God is an oath
42K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Elisa Larocque 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 Larocque: Larocque is a French language surname found primarily in Quebec, Nova Scotia (formerly Acadia), Prince Edward Island, Ontario, and the New England region of the United States. There are four main branches of the Larocque surname in North America: Philibert Couillaud dit Roquebrune (1641–1700), is known to be from the diocese of Nevers in France. Because his marriage record was never found his parents name and location in France remain unknown. He was said to be a member of the Carignan-Salières Regiment. The regiment landed in Quebec in 1665. 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: Larocque

French

Larocque is a French language surname found primarily in Quebec, Nova Scotia (formerly Acadia), Prince Edward Island, Ontario, and the New England region of the United States. There are four main branches of the Larocque surname in North America: Philibert Couillaud dit Roquebrune (1641–1700), is known to be from the diocese of Nevers in France. Because his marriage record was never found his parents name and location in France remain unknown. He was said to be a member of the Carignan-Salières Regiment. The regiment landed in Quebec in 1665.

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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 Larocque

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 Larocque:

3
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Larocque?
The surname Larocque originates from French. Larocque is a French language surname found primarily in Quebec, Nova Scotia (formerly Acadia), Prince Edward Island, Ontario, and the New England region of the United States. There are four main branches of the Larocque surname in North America: Philibert Couillaud dit Roquebrune (1641–1700), is known to be from the diocese of Nevers in France. Because his marriage record was never found his parents name and location in France remain unknown. He was said to be a member of the Carignan-Salières Regiment. The regiment landed in Quebec in 1665.
What are the origins of the name Elisa Larocque?
The name Elisa Larocque combines two different traditions: the first name Elisa has Greek roots, while the surname Larocque originates from French.
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