Elisa
girl name#458 in 2025Elisa entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #311 in 1981, ranks #458 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#458
rank today
#311
peak (1981)
674
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #707 |
| 1890s | #878 |
| 1900s | #802 |
| 1910s | #799 |
| 1920s | #686 |
| 1930s | #658 |
| 1940s | #776 |
| 1950s | #581 |
| 1960s | #377 |
| 1970s | #368 |
| 1980s | #355 |
| 1990s | #456 |
| 2000s | #541 |
| 2010s | #476 |
| 2020s | #442 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Elisa has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 42,500 people named Elisa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Elisa alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elisa in 2025?
- Elisa ranks #458 among US girl names in 2025, with 674 babies given the name.
- When was the name Elisa most popular?
- Elisa peaked in 1981, reaching #311 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Elisa with classmates?
- Elisa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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