Eliseo

Eliseo is a male first name that is common in both Italy and Spain. It represents a form of the name Elisha (אֱלִישַׁע), which has its roots in the ancient Hebrew first name 'Elishu'a (אֱלִישׁוּעַ). In English translation, the name means 'God is help'.

What does the name Eliseo mean?

The name Eliseo is an Italian and Spanish variant of the name Elisha (אֱלִישַׁע), which traces back to the ancient Hebrew name 'Elishu'a (אֱלִישׁוּעַ). Translated into English, it means 'God is help'. The origin of the name lies in ancient Hebrew and is based on the components ʾēl (אֱל) for 'God' and shu'a (שׁוּעַ) for 'to help', 'to save', or 'to deliver'. Elisha, also known as Elisäus, should not be confused with the prophet Elisa (אֱלִישָׁע), who lived in the 9th century BCE. Elisha is considered a disciple and successor of Elijah and continued the fight against the Baal cult in Israel in the 8th century BCE. Other variants of the name include Elishua, Elisaie, Elischa, Elisäus, Elisei, Elisio, Elisie, Eliseu, Eliseus, Elisee, and Yelisey.

How do you pronounce Eliseo?

The sound structure and pronunciation of the name Eliseo is four syllables and flowing. In German pronunciation, it is usually rendered as 'E-li-se-o' [eliˈzeːo] and unfolds a gentle, vowel-rich sound with a clear melodic line. The consecutive open vowels create a harmonious, gliding movement without harsh breaks. The soft 's' in the middle gently connects the syllables, while the open 'o' at the end gives the name a rounded, fading conclusion. Thus, Eliseo sounds harmonious, elegant, and slightly Mediterranean.

When is the name day of Eliseo?

The name day for Eliseo is celebrated on June 14.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Eliseo enjoys great popularity. Currently, it ranks 2,655th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2020, when it reached 1,831st place. In the last ten years, Eliseo has been chosen as a first name about 70 times, placing it 2,897th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it holds the 3,181st position.

Nicknames & pet names

Eli / Elli

Similar first names

Famous people

• Eliseo Alberto (Cuban writer)
• Eliseo Alvarez (Uruguayan football player)
• Eliseo Brown (Argentinian football player)
• Eliseo Castillo (Cuban boxer)
• Eliseo Diego (Cuban poet)
• Eliseo Giusfredi (Argentinian footballer)
• Eliseo Grenet (Cuban pianist)
• Eliseo Insfran Orue (football player from Paraguay)
• Eliseo Martin (Spanish long-distance runner)
• Eliseo Montaine (writer from Argentina)
• Eliseo Mourino (footballer from Argentina)
• Eliseo Prado (Argentinian football player)
• Eliseo Quintanilla (footballer from El Salvador)
• Eliseo Rivero (Uruguayan football player)
• Eliseo Sala (painter from Italy)
• Eliseo Salazar (Chilean racing driver)
• Eliseo Salugta (wrestler from the Philippines)
• Eliseo Subiela (Argentinian filmmaker)
• Eliseo Valdes Erutes (Cuban sculptor)
• Jose Eliseo Salamanca (footballer from El Salvador)