Elisa Lofgren

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Elisa Lofgren — my God is an oath
42K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Elisa Lofgren 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 Lofgren: Anna-Lena Löfgren (1944–2010), Swedish singer Charles Löfgren, chairman of Västmanland-Nerikes BK Eliel Löfgren (1872–1940), Swedish jurist and politician Johan Albert Constantin Löfgren (1854–1918), botanist at the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden Gösta Löfgren (1891–1932), Finnish footballer Gösta Löfgren (1923–2006), Swedish footballer Jonna Löfgren, drummer of the Scottish band Glasvegas Katia Löfgren, singer of the Swedish band Caramell Marianne Löfgren (1910–1957), Swedish actress Mikael Löfgren (born 1969), Swedish biathlete Nils Löfgren (1913–1967), Swedish chemist Sara Löfgren (born 19. 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: Lofgren

Scottish

Anna-Lena Löfgren (1944–2010), Swedish singer Charles Löfgren, chairman of Västmanland-Nerikes BK Eliel Löfgren (1872–1940), Swedish jurist and politician Johan Albert Constantin Löfgren (1854–1918), botanist at the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden Gösta Löfgren (1891–1932), Finnish footballer Gösta Löfgren (1923–2006), Swedish footballer Jonna Löfgren, drummer of the Scottish band Glasvegas Katia Löfgren, singer of the Swedish band Caramell Marianne Löfgren (1910–1957), Swedish actress Mikael Löfgren (born 1969), Swedish biathlete Nils Löfgren (1913–1967), Swedish chemist Sara Löfgren (born 19.

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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 Lofgren

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 Lofgren:

6
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

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

7
Personality Number

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

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 Lofgren?
The surname Lofgren originates from Scottish. Anna-Lena Löfgren (1944–2010), Swedish singer Charles Löfgren, chairman of Västmanland-Nerikes BK Eliel Löfgren (1872–1940), Swedish jurist and politician Johan Albert Constantin Löfgren (1854–1918), botanist at the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden Gösta Löfgren (1891–1932), Finnish footballer Gösta Löfgren (1923–2006), Swedish footballer Jonna Löfgren, drummer of the Scottish band Glasvegas Katia Löfgren, singer of the Swedish band Caramell Marianne Löfgren (1910–1957), Swedish actress Mikael Löfgren (born 1969), Swedish biathlete Nils Löfgren (1913–1967), Swedish chemist Sara Löfgren (born 19.
What are the origins of the name Elisa Lofgren?
The name Elisa Lofgren combines two different traditions: the first name Elisa has Greek roots, while the surname Lofgren originates from Scottish.
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