Elisa Madison

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Elisa Madison — my God is an oath
42K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Elisa Madison is a name combining Greek origins, bringing together "my God is an oath" (Elisa) with "son of Maud" (Madison). 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 Madison: Ambrose Madison (1696–1732), American planter and politician in colonial Virginia Anthony Madison (born 1981), American football player Art Madison (1871–1933), American baseball player Ashley Madison (drag queen) (born 1997), Australian drag performer Austin Madison (born 1984), American animator and voice actor Bailee Madison (born 1999), American-Canadian actress and singer Bennett Madison (born 1981), American author Bingie Madison (1901–1978), American jazz clarinetist and tenor saxophonist Bob Madison (baseball) (1911–1973), American baseball league pitcher Carl Madison (1931–2024), Amer. 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: Madison

Meaning: son of Maud

English

Ambrose Madison (1696–1732), American planter and politician in colonial Virginia Anthony Madison (born 1981), American football player Art Madison (1871–1933), American baseball player Ashley Madison (drag queen) (born 1997), Australian drag performer Austin Madison (born 1984), American animator and voice actor Bailee Madison (born 1999), American-Canadian actress and singer Bennett Madison (born 1981), American author Bingie Madison (1901–1978), American jazz clarinetist and tenor saxophonist Bob Madison (baseball) (1911–1973), American baseball league pitcher Carl Madison (1931–2024), Amer.

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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 Madison

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 Madison:

4
Expression Number

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

4
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Madison?
The surname Madison originates from English. Ambrose Madison (1696–1732), American planter and politician in colonial Virginia Anthony Madison (born 1981), American football player Art Madison (1871–1933), American baseball player Ashley Madison (drag queen) (born 1997), Australian drag performer Austin Madison (born 1984), American animator and voice actor Bailee Madison (born 1999), American-Canadian actress and singer Bennett Madison (born 1981), American author Bingie Madison (1901–1978), American jazz clarinetist and tenor saxophonist Bob Madison (baseball) (1911–1973), American baseball league pitcher Carl Madison (1931–2024), Amer.
What are the origins of the name Elisa Madison?
The name Elisa Madison combines two different traditions: the first name Elisa has Greek roots, while the surname Madison originates from English.
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