Elyse
Girl name · 125 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Elyse: 125 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 8 births in 2008.
Derived from the Hebrew Elisheva, meaning "God is my oath" or "God's promise," Elyse is a graceful, modern variant of Elise, itself a short form of Elizabeth. This elegant spelling gained quiet popularity in English-speaking countries, including Scotland, where it carries a distinctly feminine, understated charm. Notable bearers include Canadian actress Elyse Levesque, known for her roles in *Stargate Universe* and *Orphan Black*, and Elyse Knox, the 1940s American film star and inspirational mother of actress Pamela Springsteen. While no major place shares the name directly, its root connects to countless locations named Elizabeth around the
Girl 24 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20088 babies
- Latest (2020)
- #4716 babies
- Total births
- 125since 1992
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 6%vs prior 5y