How Many People Are Named Elysha?
Complete statistics for the name Elysha: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Elysha, a very rare female name, is held by just 708 people in the US today, making up 1 in 465,903 Americans. With a peak popularity in 1989, it's now seen as a modern name with nearly half its bearers under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 31All 722 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1989Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Slowly declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Elysha Through the Generations
Elysha has been a name on the rise since the late 20th century, peaking in 1989 with 44 births. Today, it's still a relatively uncommon choice, with only 722 recorded births throughout history. The average age of those named Elysha is 31, indicating a younger generation embracing this name. Of the 708 estimated to be alive today, 300 are under 30, 422 are between 30 and 60, and none are over 60, showing a strong preference among younger parents.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Elysha's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Elysha
How Many People Have the Name Elysha?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 708 people in the United States currently share the name Elysha. That works out to roughly 1 in every 465,903 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Elysha a Common or Rare Name?
Elysha is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Elysha Mean?
Elysha means "modern coinage, evokes elegance" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Elysha in SSA data, approximately 4% are male and 96% are female.
When Was Elysha Most Popular?
The name Elysha reached peak popularity in 1989, with 44 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Elysha?
Approximately 708 people named Elysha live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 722. That works out to roughly 1 in 465,903 Americans.
Is Elysha a rare name?
Elysha is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 465,903 Americans has this name.
What does the name Elysha mean?
Elysha means "modern coinage, evokes elegance" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Elysha more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 4% of people named Elysha are male and 96% are female.
When was Elysha most popular?
Elysha peaked in 1989 with 44 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.